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About Trinity:
Trinity is Ireland’s 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
Post Summary-
This is a tenure track, full time contract post as Assistant Professor within the Discipline of Pharmacology and Therapeutics. The successful candidate will assist in the delivery of Pharmacology and Neuroscience teaching to medical, dental and science students. Standard duties include the provision of lectures, tutorials and practical classes/research projects in an interdisciplinary environment to undergraduate students, and any other duties as deemed appropriate by the head of discipline. The successful candidate will establish a research leadership role in Neuropharmacology.
Post status: 5-Year Fixed-Term Contract, Tenure Track
Location: Trinity Centre for Health Sciences, St James’s Hospital and Watts Building, Trinity College.
Hours of Post are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. Further information is available at: http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf
Salary: Appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor (Former pay scale name ‘Lecturer’) Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy (€41,500 to €99,550 per annum) https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly-academic.pdf
How to apply:
Candidates should submit by e-Recruitment:
Cover Letter (1x A4 page)
A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
The names and contact details (i.e. addresses, e-mail, etc.) of three referees
A comprehensive research plan (maximum 2 pages) and a teaching statement (maximum 2 pages)
Please Note:
Applicants who do not submit the above will not be considered at the short list stage
Applicants should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late applications will not be accepted.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Professor Paul Spiers paul.spiers@tcd.ie
Application queries about this post, please email Clodagh Burke at E:dalyc28@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
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,
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