Global Talent Ireland aims to attract exceptional mid-career and established researchers from across the globe to Ireland. Researchers funded through this programme are required to transfer their research activities from their current location to an Eligible Research Body in Ireland. Given its commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, Research Ireland welcomes applications from women and those from historically underserved communities.
When is the Application Deadline:
- Expression of Interest (EoI) Deadline: 28 August 2025, 13:00 (Dublin local time)
- Full Proposal Deadline: October 2025 (exact date to be confirmed)
Tell Me About The Award:
Global Talent Ireland 2026, funded by Research Ireland, is a prestigious, fully-funded programme aimed at attracting exceptional mid-career and established researchers from around the world to relocate their research to Ireland. It offers significant research and startup funding, relocation support, and the opportunity to establish high-impact research teams at Ireland’s top research institutions.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Open to all research disciplines that align with the strategic objectives of an eligible Irish Research Body.
Type:
Two applicant streams:
- Rising Stars – 5–15 years post-PhD
- Research Leaders – 16+ years post-PhD
Who can Apply?
For Rising Stars:
- PhD awarded between 2010–2020
- Independent research funding record
- MSc/PhD supervision experience
- Evidence of international research standing
For Research Leaders:
- PhD awarded in 2009 or earlier
- Full professorial or equivalent senior position
- Significant global research impact and leadership
- Strong history of securing competitive funding
How are Applicants Selected?
- Host Research Body in Ireland must submit Expression of Interest (EoI)
- Eligibility checks & possible triage
- International expert peer review
- Interview with multidisciplinary panel
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Open to researchers from all countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Eligible Research Bodies in Ireland
How Many Awards?
Not specified (varies based on quality of applicants and funding availability)
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Rising Stars: €1.5M research funding + €0.75M startup funding (max €2.25M)
- Research Leaders: €2.5M research funding + €0.75M startup funding (max €3.25M)
- Six years of funding
- Relocation support
- Resources to build a research team (staff, consumables, travel, equipment)
How Long Will the Award Last?
6 years
How to Apply:
- Identify an eligible Irish Research Body aligned with your research goals
- Contact the relevant Research Office to discuss recruitment potential
- Complete the EoI template (available from Research Ireland’s website)
- Submit the signed EoI via the host institution’s Research Office to globaltalent@researchireland.ie by the deadline
- If shortlisted, submit full proposal via SESAME in October 2025
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
🔗 Global Talent Ireland 2026 – Research Ireland
