The Vice-Dean for Research and Innovation

The Vice-Dean for Research and Innovation leads the strategic development of those areas within the College, working in collaboration with the College Executive and the College Research Committee. The Vice-Dean also represents the College on the University Research Committee. 

Patrick Lonergan

Patrick Lonergan

Interim Vice-Dean for Research and Innovation
Email: patrick.lonerganAt signuniversityofgalway.ie
Rm: O'Donoghue Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance

Development Manager

The Development Manager is responsible for the provision of high-level direction and support in delivering on the research ambitions for the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies.  This includes supporting researchers from PhD to advanced level, at every stage of the research life cycle.  Working closely with the Vice Dean for Research and Innovation and the College’s Research Committee, the Development Manager works towards creating a research ecosystem that supports and advocates on behalf of the ambitions of our researchers in attaining impactful research outcomes.  

Martha Shaughnessy

Martha Shaughnessy

Development Manager
Email: martha.shaughnessyAt signuniversityofgalway.ie
Rm: 1014 Floor 1, Hardiman Research Building, University of Galway
Tel: 091-493902

Digital Humanities Manager

The Digital Humanities Manager works with individual researchers and project teams from across the Arts and Humanities on the use of digital technologies to enable innovative Digital Humanities and Creative Tech research projects. Working across all phases of project design and development, this can involve initial consultations on design and technology scoping, technical project management, the design and development of digital platforms and supporting technical infrastructures, and the management and maintenance of digital projects beyond the life of their funding.

David Kelly

David Kelly

Digital Humanities Manager
Email: david.d.kellyAt signuniversityofgalway.ie
Rm: 1011 Floor 1, Hardiman Research Building, University of Galway

Administrative Assistant

The Research Management Office Administrative Assistant supports the research community of the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Celtic Studies in the communication and dissemination of research news and events via varying social media platforms.  They are also responsible for the management of the Hardiman Research Building which supports up to 250 PhD students, 25 postdoctoral researchers, and 15 visiting academics per year.  The role also provides executive assistance to the Vice Dean for Research and Innovation and the Development Manager in support of the College’s research priorities.

Iwona O'Donoghue

Iwona O'Donoghue

Administrative Assistant
Email: iwona.odonoghueAt signuniversityofgalway.ie
Rm: 2002 Floor 2, Hardiman Research Building, University of Galway
Tel: 091-493906