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Assistant Professor in Philosophy

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin - School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Philosophy

Location: Dublin - Ireland
Salary: €41,500 to €99,550 or £36,096.53 to £86,588.19 (converted salary*) per annum. Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Salary Scale (109) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On: 5th December 2024
Closes: 14th January 2025
Job Ref: 037861
 

Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term, Tenure Track

Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

Reports to: Head of Discipline and Head of School

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

Hours of work: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please follow the link below:

www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf

Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 14th January 2025

Post Summary

The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to Philosophy teaching, research, and administrative activities within the School. The successful applicant will have an established record of excellence in teaching and research in Philosophy and will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, interdisciplinary curricular development, as well as student supervision and mentoring. 

Context

The Department of Philosophy, School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Philosophy, to commence on 1 August 2025. The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to teaching, research, and academic administration in the Department of Philosophy. The Department is seeking applicants with vision and enthusiasm, a genuine commitment to the vital roles of research and teaching, with an established record of research and clear potential for future research accomplishment, and a flair for innovation in module design and teaching methods. 

Main Responsibilities

Teaching

  • Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the Department of Philosophy. Design and deliver modules in Philosophy as assigned.
  • Deliver high-class and innovative teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and a commitment to the development of new, relevant, and evidence-based options.
  • Undertake student supervision at undergraduate, MPhil and PhD levels.
  • Utilise available technology to develop learning environments that are consistent with best contemporary teaching and learning practices, flexible, student-centred and accessible. 

Research

  • Contribute to the overall international research profile of the Department of Philosophy.
  • Demonstrate the ability to engage actively in research. Applications should show the potential to establish a strong record of research and publication in areas relevant to the position.
  • Contribute to the international reputation of the Department of Philosophy through high-quality, high-impact publications and research.

Further Information

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to the Head of Philosophy, Professor John Divers by email: diversj@tcd.ie

Application Information

Candidates must submit the following via the 'Apply' button above: 

  1. Cover letter – 2 x A4 pages maximum
  2. Full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees,
  3. Research statement (summarising current research and future research plans) – 2 x A4 pages maximum
  4. Teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 x A4 pages maximum

Please Note: Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting.

Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal. 

Please click on the 'Apply' button above to view a full job description and to apply.

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