Assistant Professor in Sociology

Job Title : Assistant Professor in Sociology Pay Scale : Lecturer Merged Closing Date : 20-Apr-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 Sociology, School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Sociology (Gender and Sexuality), commencing on 1 August 2026. The successful candidate will develop a new research stream on gender and sexuality and contribute to the Department’s existing areas of excellence, which can be explored at TCD Sociology Research. The appointee will teach and supervise at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, engage in public and policy debates, and collaborate with other departments and external research partners. Research on gender and sexuality in sociology explores how gendered and sexual identities, relationships, and hierarchies are socially constructed across institutions such as labour markets, the state, education, family, culture, law, and medicine. It examines how gender and sexual norms operate through power and inequality, and how these intersect with class, race, ethnicity, migration, and other axes of stratification. We welcome applications from candidates with strong records of empirical research and teaching in gender and sexuality, particularly those addressing contemporary or emerging issues. Areas of interest include gendered institutions and policy, embodiment and identity, sexuality and citizenship, intersectional inequalities, cultural and digital representations, social movements, and transformations in gender regimes. Comparative or cross-cultural perspectives are especially encouraged. Candidates should demonstrate methodological expertise that is both rigorous and innovative. Applicants must hold a PhD in Sociology or a closely related discipline and, relative to career stage, show evidence of high-impact scholarship in international, peer-reviewed journals as well as experience in teaching and supervision. Department/Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Sociology Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland Reports to: Head of Discipline and Head of School Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term Tenure-Track Salary : Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Merged Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy (€43,425 - €103,582 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), 20 April 2026 Application Information Candidates must submit the following: 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. Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as an interview. Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal http://jobs.tcd.ie Informal enquiries about this post please contact Associate Professor Dr Yekaterina Chzhen, Acting Head of the Department of Sociology, at chzheny@tcd.ie Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. 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 who 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 Job Description 387.6 Information for Applicants 465.5 Return to Search Apply for Job