Professor of Haematology (2010) and Consultant of Haematology

Trinity College Dublin, School of Medicine, invites applications for the post of Professor of Haematology (Blood Cancers). This post represents an outstanding scientific career development opportunity for an enthusiastic principal investigator. The postholder must have an established record of attracting funding for internationally competitive research, which will complement the current programme in Blood Cancer and Cell Therapy within the Discipline of Haematology, School of Medicine, and College Strategic Plan. Candidates should have an internationally proven track record of research, the ability to engage effectively in academic administration, and contribute to ongoing programme development.

The post involves clinical responsibilities as a Consultant in Haematology (Blood Cancers) in St James’s Hospital. The post holder will join the Blood Cancer team with an expectation of developing and delivering an excellent, collegial clinical service in their chosen blood cancer sub-specialty. They will be expected to play a key role in the development of clinical services and to liaise between service providers and the University to integrate the needs of the clinical services with the clinical experience needed by colleagues and students.

Post Status: Permanent Contract

Hours of Post: Hours of work for academic staff are those prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information, please follow the link below: www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-serviceagreement.pdf

Salary: This appointment will be made under the Consultant Contract 2023 – Academic salary scale, at a point in line with current Government Pay Policy and commensurate with experience. healthservice.hse.ie/staff/pay/pay-scales

How to Apply: Applicants must provide the following information when applying for this position:

1. Cover letter (maximum one A4 page).
2. A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications and awarded research grants.
3. Names and contact details (i.e., addresses and email) of three referees who can provide references.
4. A research plan (summarising research to be carried out over the next five years, including details of funding to be sought - up to four pages).
5. A teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach—two pages).

Applicants who do not address the application requirements above will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment.

Closing Date: 12 Noon Friday, 18^th April 2025, Applications will only be accepted by eRecruitment: jobs.tcd.ie. in the Interest of fairness to all applicants, no late applications will be accepted.

Any applications still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be automatically cancelled by the system.

Informal Enquiries: For informal enquiries about this post, please contact:
Professor Colin Doherty, Head of School, School of Medicine: cdohert@tcd.ie

For application queries, please email Senior Appointments at Senior.Appointments@tcd.ie, including the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

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