Assistant Professor of Law

University of Limerick

Ireland

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Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Assistant Professor in Law

JOB SYNOPSIS

If you are seeking an academic career in a dynamic and collaborative environment that delivers excellence in research, teaching, and societal impact, then this new Assistant Professor position in the School of Law at the University of Limerick will be of interest to you.

The School of Law at the University of Limerick is internationally recognised for its commitment to research and pedagogical excellence. It hosts a vibrant research community, with four internationally recognised research groups: the Centre for Crime, Justice & Victim Studies; the International Commercial and Economic Law Research Group; the European Centre for the Study of Hate (cross-disciplinary); and Research Evidence into Policy, Programmes and Practice (REPPP).

Members of the Law School have achieved significant funding success under Horizon 2020 and have been recognised for their outstanding contribution to national strategic priorities and policies. The School of Law has received multiple awards, including Law School of the Year (2017 and 2025) and a Disciplinary Excellence in Learning, Teaching and Assessment (DELTA) Award from the Higher Education Authority (HEA) in 2018.

At the forefront of the School’s success in these fields has been its innovative approach to programme design, student support and pedagogical innovation, particularly in the field of clinical legal education. The School of Law has state-of-the-art facilities, including both a moot courtroom and an appellate moot courtroom to support its mooting programme.

The School of Law is committed to providing an innovative, enriching, student-centred learning environment. Our students study on programmes that are interdisciplinary in nature and undertake pioneering clinical placements with prestigious employers as an integral part of their education. Our sustained commitment to "law in action" ensures that students have access to opportunities through internships, research projects, intervarsity mooting and debating competitions, and engagement with external stakeholders.

Our teaching is research-driven and our pedagogical practices are designed to empower students as active and reflective learners. In addition to our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, the School of Law has a vibrant postgraduate research community with 31 postgraduate researchers and many postdoctoral researchers.

We are looking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Law to join our team. Candidates should have a primary law degree and a PhD in Law. Research and teaching experience in Commercial Law or Law and Technology is desirable. However, the post is open to candidates with expertise in any area of law that aligns with the needs and profile of the School of Law.

The successful candidate will teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research; conduct excellent research, and undertake administrative tasks associated with an academic position.

If you are passionate about advancing in the field of law within a leading academic institution, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarship. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto "Eagna chun Gnímh" translates as "Wisdom for Action", reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

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Faculty

Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
School of Law

Contract Type

Permanent

Salary Scale

€48,955 - €66,556 p.a.

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarship. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

Informal enquiries

Professor Lucy-Ann Buckley
Head, School of Law
University of Limerick
Email: LucyAnn.Buckley@ul.ie

Application details

The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 16th July 2026.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Please note your application must include: