Assistant Professor in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Assistant Professor in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003320 Assistant Professor in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy, 2 Year Fixed Term Contract 0.5 FTE Role Profile The School is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy on a part time (0.5 WTE), temporary basis with specific expertise in Anatomy, Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy. The appointee will be expected to contribute to high impact research and innovative teaching within the School of Health and Human Performance with a primary focus on Musculoskeletal and Sports Physiotherapy. The successful candidate will collaborate with colleagues in the School, wider University and externally to pursue research that enhances the School’s national and international research profile. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching and curriculum development across the School of Health and Human Performance, and in particular on the MSc Physiotherapy (pre-registration) programme. The appointee will be expected to carry out duties such as delivery of theoretical and practical modular content, student mentoring and support, supervision of student projects, clinical placement support, collaborate on delivery of existing (and development of future) programmes. The post is based between the Glasnevin Campus of Dublin City University, and the appointee will report directly to the Head of School of Health and Human Performance. Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required. Salary Scale: Assistant Professor Above Bar - €64,583.00 - €103,501.00 Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy. Closing Date: Wednesday, 22nd April 2026 Additional Information Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment. For more information please visit the School of Health & Human Performance . Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to: Professor Cliona O’Sullivan, School of Health and Human Performance, Dublin City University. Email: cliona.osullivan@dcu.ie Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below. Application Procedure: Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload: 1)  Curriculum Vitae 2)  Cover Letter 3)  Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy). Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed. Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process. The University’s Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps.  Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid Contact Email : talent@dcu.ie Contact No : +00353 1 700 5149 Click on the link(s) below to view documents Filesize Notes Job Description 433.2 Application Form 49.1 Return to Search Apply for Job