Temporary positions available – for the scoring of student responses on mathematics and science assessments

In May and June 2019, the Educational Research Centre (ERC) will be involved in scoring student responses on the Trends in International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS).  TIMSS is an international comparative study of mathematics and science achievement at both primary (Fourth class) and post-primary (Second Year) level. It takes place every four years andRead more…

Vacancies at the ERC

Project Officer (Executive Officer) Applications are invited for a Project Officer (Executive Officer ) with experience in project management, procurement and general administration. This is an existing position and involves working with the Chief Executive Officer, Senior Administrator, the administrative team and research staff. More details here. Leagan Gaeilge anseo.

ERC -Temporary Executive Officer

Applications are invited for the post of TEMPORARY EXECUTIVE OFFICER. The Educational Research Centre was established almost 50 years ago. It carries out research and evaluation on all aspects of and at all levels of education. The Executive Officer will be appointed on temporary contract until June 2017. More details here. Leagan Gaeilge anseo.

ERC – Part-time Item Writers

Item writers are required to source/construct texts and/or develop test questions for educational assessments at primary and post-primary levels. A Bachelor’s degree is required, while experience in item writing or developing curricula or tests is desirable. Opportunities exist in the following content areas: English Language (Reading, Spelling) (Primary) Mathematics (Primary) Abstract Reasoning (Post-primary) Following interview,Read more…