Research Assistant

Trinity is Irelands leading university and is ranked 87th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin - an introduction This position offers an exciting opportunity to join the Complex Software Lab in the School of Computer Science and Statistics at Trinity College Dublin. The successful candidate will work on a project examining rugby dynamics by means of video annotation and coding for automated tackling analysis. The role involves careful review and systematic labelling of large volumes of rugby footage to support Machine Learning applications and performance analysis. This hands-on role is particularly suited to applicants with a background or strong interest in sports video analysis, biomechanics, or performance studies. Application Procedure Applicants should submit a full Curriculum Vitae to include the names and contact details of 2 referees (including email addresses), to:- Anthony Ventresque Anthony.ventresque@tcd.ie At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war. Trinity College Dublin is Irelands premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.