Erin O'Rourke
Research Officer – Walsh Scholarships Programme DevelopmentResearch Interests
Erin is an experienced science engagement and education professional, whose work has centred on agriculture and rural affairs. She is responsible for developing, coordinating and implementing training and development activities to support, advance and promote the Walsh Scholarships Programme.
Her work aims to support Teagasc’s development of excellent postgraduate researchers through developing and providing opportunities specifically designed to enhance their expertise and skills for contribution to the ever evolving agri-sector nationally and internationally.
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Agriculture and Ecosystem Services), University College Cork
Bachelor of Agricultural Science, University College Dublin