University Executive

Chaired by the President, the University Executive is a team of academic and administrative leaders, the purpose of which is to support the President in her role as Chief Officer, by providing collective leadership and management for the University Community.

The University Executive assists the President in developing, implementing and reviewing the University Strategic Plan, and in managing the academic, administrative, financial and other activities of the University.

Name  Role
Professor Eeva Leinonen President
Professor Aidan Mulkeen Deputy President
Professor Ronan Farrell Vice-President Academic & Registrar
Professor Rachel Msetfi Vice-President for Research and Innovation
Professor Patrick McCole Vice-President International
Professor Alison Hood Dean of Arts, Celtic Studies & Philosophy 
Professor Peter McNamara Dean of Social Sciences
Professor Paul Moynagh Interim Dean of Science & Engineering
Dr Mike O'Malley Bursar and Secretary
David Keane ​​Director of Human Resources
Dr Gemma Irvine Vice-President for Equality and Diversity
Rebecca Doolin Vice-President External Affairs
Dr Niamh O’Reilly Chief of Staff
Professor Tim Thompson Vice-President Students & Learning

 

For an overview of the structure and reporting lines within the University Executive team, view the
Maynooth University Organogram.