Researchers at the Institute are drawn mainly from UCD faculty from a range of disciplines including economics, politics, sociology and social policy and are leading experts in their field. Researchers work with around 30 postgraduates registered for PhD, who may contribute to ISSC research projects as well completing their own theses. Major research contributions are also made by a network of research associates based in universities overseas. The Institute also hosts a visiting scholars programme and attracts several distinguished visitors each year.
Strong research support is provided by the Institute Manager and Executive Assistant who are responsible for all non-research activities including finance, project administration, events, publications and public affairs.
Scientific Council
The Director is advised by a Scientific Council .
Council members
Profesor Brendan Walsh, Chairperson
Professor Pat Clancy
Mr. John Coakley
Professor Mary Daly
Dr Colm Harmon, Director
Professor Gabriel Kiely
Professor Brigid Laffan
Professor Kathleen Lynch
Professor Cormac Ó Gráda
Professor Richard Sinnott
Dr. Ben Tonra
International Advisory Committee
Every three years the Committee carries out a thorough review of the Institute's research programme to ensure it maintains the highest international standards. It's current members are:
Professor Charles Husband, Professor of Social Analysis, department of Social and Economic Studies, University of Bradford
Professor Peter Mair, Professor of Comparative Politics, Netherlands Graduate School of Political Science and International Relations, University of Leiden
Professor Abram de Swaan, Professor of Sociology, University of Amsterdam, Chairman, Amsterdam School for Social Science Research and occupant of the Chaire européenne at the Collège de France
