About this role
Post Summary:
The School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Midwifery. The primary purpose of this appointment is to contribute to midwifery education, research and administrative activities in the School. This appointment arises in response to the continued growth and development of the Midwifery profession within the School, and reflects a strategic commitment to expanding capacity, enhancing expertise, and building on Trinity College Dublin’s leadership in Midwifery education and research.
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.
Hours of Post: 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
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Salary Scale (€42,500 - €101,541 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)
Closing Date: 6th March 2026, at 12 noon Irish Standard Time
How to apply:
Applications will only be accepted through e-recruitment. Applicants must provide the following information in applying for this 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. A comprehensive research plan, summarising planned projects and funding to be sought for the next five years - maximum 2 pages). A teaching statement summarising teaching experience and approach (maximum – 2 pages). A cover letter.
Please note:
Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. Applicants should note that the interview process for this appointment may include the delivery of a presentation. The successful applicant will be expected to take up post as soon as possible.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
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