Assistant Professor of History

Position ID: #003273
Contract Type: 3-Year Fixed Term
Salary Scale: €64,583 – €103,501 (Assistant Professor, Above Bar)
Closing Date: Monday, 6 April 2026

Role Overview

The successful candidate will:

• Teach in their research specialization and survey modules in global history and related areas.

• Design and deliver core and optional modules for the BA Joint Honours and Bachelor of Religious Education with History programs.

• Potentially teach on other School programs (e.g., MA in History) and Faculty programs (e.g., BA Single Module program).

• Supervise postgraduate students and contribute to research initiatives.

• Publish regularly in leading journals and university presses.

• Apply for external research funding with School support.

Requirements

• A PhD in History or a closely related field (implied for academic appointment).

• Evidence of research excellence (publications, grants, conferences).

• Ability and willingness to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

• Commitment to the School’s research and teaching mission.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit via the online application system:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. Cover Letter

3. Completed Application Form (downloadable from vacancy page)

Note: Applications are incomplete if any items are missing.

Informal Inquiries:
Dr. William Murphy, Head of School of History and Geography

• Email: will.j.murphy@dcu.ie

• Phone: +353 (0)1 7009125

General Contact for Applications:

• Email: duranm@dcu.ie

• Phone: +353 1 700 5149

Additional Info: DCU School of History and Geography

Key Points

• Focus on both research and teaching, including module design and delivery.

• Strong support for publication, funding, and postgraduate supervision.

• Fixed-term 3-year contract, full-time.

• Salary aligned with Government pay policy.

• DCU is an equal opportunities employer with an Athena SWAN Silver Award for gender equality.

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