Assistant Professor in Mathematics

The School of Mathematics at Trinity College, Dublin is seeking a candidate for the above post. The appointment will be tenable from September 2025. This is a teaching and research position; the successful candidate will be required to contribute at all levels of teaching and supervision undertaken by the School and will be expected to conduct a vigorous research programme.

The successful candidate will be expected to undertake high-quality research and develop a high profile in the national and international research communities. The appointee will assist in the delivery of the School’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, and supervise research students.  Applicants will have excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.  Candidates are expected to raise external research funding and are encouraged to pursue further training in higher education teaching.

Post Status Tenure Track - This position is Tenure Track position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Lecturer Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications/experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€41,500 to €99,550 per annum] www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly-academic.pdf

How to Apply: Applicants should provide the following information when applying

• A cover letter outlining their interest in the position
• A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
• The names and contact details (i.e. addresses, e-mail, etc.) of three referees. Letters of recommendation may be requested before 3rd March 2025 
• A research plan (summarising research to be carried out in the next two years and including details of funding to be sought - 2 pages) and a teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 pages)
• PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who do not submit this additional information may not be considered for shortlisting

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of an in-person presentation

Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 6^th January 2025 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal my.corehr.com/pls/trrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=037734

Applications must be made by the date and time specified. 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.

Interviews will take place on 7^th April 2025 in person on campus

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Professor Tristan McLoughlin, Head of School, School of Mathematics. headmath@maths.tcd.ie

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, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.

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