Assistant Professor in Philosophy

Job Title : Assistant Professor in Philosophy Pay Scale : Lecturer Merged Closing Date : 30-Jan-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie About Trinity: Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction Post Summary The Department of Philosophy, within the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in the Philosophy, History or Ethics of Science (broadly construed), to commence on 3 August 2026. This a tenure-track appointment of five year’s duration, with a view to permanency. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervise and mentor students, and contribute to an engaging, inclusive and intellectually stimulating learning environment. They will be expected to teach across the general areas of Philosophy, History and Ethics of Science, including areas outside their primary research specialism, and additional competence in the History of Philosophy – particularly the History of Non-Western Philosophy – would be a strong asset. The post holder will engage in high-quality research within at least one of the areas of Philosophy, History or Ethics of Science, broadly understood to include general work in these fields as well as research related to specific sciences such as Biology, Chemistry, Geoscience, Physics, Medicine, Psychology, or Psychiatry. They will be expected to contribute to interdisciplinary curriculum development, collaborate across the School, and participate actively in the wider academic community through workshops, conferences, and other research-led initiatives. In addition, the appointee will contribute to the academic administration of the Department and School, including committee work, quality assurance processes, and other service activities that support effective academic governance. We seek applicants with vision, enthusiasm, and a commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. Candidates should demonstrate an established record of high-quality scholarship in the Philosophy, History or Ethics of Science, along with strong potential for continued impactful research and innovation in curriculum and module design. Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term, Tenure Track Department/Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Philosophy 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 [€42,925 - € 102,556 per annum] https://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: http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 30 January 2026 Application Information Candidates must submit the application by e-recruitment: 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. •       Any applications which are still in progress at the time of closing will automatically be cancelled by the system. •       Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as interview. Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal. Informal enquiries about this post should be made to the Head of Philosophy, Professor John Divers, via email: diversj@tcd.ie Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. 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. Further Information Filesize Information for Applicants 465.5 Job Description 196.5 Return to Search Apply for Job