Maynooth University is a vibrant hub for international research collaboration, offering a variety of opportunities for scholars and researchers from around the world to engage with our academic community. We are proud to welcome visiting scholars, host researchers on sabbatical leave, and collaborate with distinguished international experts.
     

    1. Visiting Scholars Programme

    Maynooth University actively invites scholars from institutions worldwide to join our academic community as visiting scholars. This program provides a unique opportunity to engage with our research teams, access our world-class facilities, and contribute to the intellectual life of the university.

    • Collaborative Research: Visiting scholars have the chance to collaborate with Maynooth University faculty on cutting-edge research projects across various disciplines.
    • Academic Networking: Engage with peers and students through seminars, workshops, and collaborative discussions, fostering long-lasting professional relationships.
    • Cultural Exchange: Experience Ireland’s rich cultural heritage while contributing to the diverse academic environment at Maynooth.How to Apply: Interested scholars should submit a research proposal, a CV, and a letter of support from their home institution to [email protected]

    2. Sabbatical Leave Hosting

    Maynooth University offers a welcoming environment for researchers looking to spend their sabbatical leave immersed in a stimulating academic setting. Our institution is an ideal place to advance your research, collaborate with leading experts, and enjoy a change of scenery.

    • Research Focus: Sabbatical scholars can take advantage of our quiet, yet resource-rich environment to focus on their research, free from the usual demands of their home institutions.
    • Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Engage with scholars across different fields, sparking interdisciplinary ideas and potentially opening new avenues for your research.
    • Full Access to Resources: Sabbatical researchers will have full access to Maynooth University’s libraries, laboratories, and other research facilities.How to Apply: Researchers interested in spending their sabbatical leave at Maynooth University should provide a detailed research plan, a CV, and a statement of how they wish to engage with the Maynooth academic community. Please send to [email protected]

    3. Distinguished International Collaborators

    At Maynooth University, we are privileged to collaborate with some of the world’s most distinguished researchers and scholars. We seek to build meaningful, long-term partnerships that advance the frontiers of knowledge and contribute to global academic excellence.

    • Joint Research Initiatives: We collaborate on high-impact research projects, working together to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time.
    • Guest Lectures and Seminars: Distinguished international collaborators are invited to share their expertise with our academic community through guest lectures, seminars, and public talks.
    • Mentorship and Exchange: These partnerships often extend beyond research, providing mentorship opportunities and fostering exchange programs that benefit both our students and faculty.

    Engage:

    If you are a distinguished scholar interested in collaborating with Maynooth University, we would be delighted to explore potential opportunities. Please contact [email protected] to discuss how we can work together to achieve shared academic goals. Nominations are welcomed from Faculties and Research Insitutes. The distinguished international collaborator handbook can be found here.