Teaching Fellow in Mental Health Nursing

Job Title : Teaching Fellow in Mental Health Nursing Pay Scale : Teaching Fellow Merged Closing Date : 27-Feb-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie 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 [ed](: https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf)ucation, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction. Post ID: 038828 Post Summary: The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to mental health teaching within the undergraduate nursing degree programme in the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The successful applicant will demonstrate a commitment to teaching and will have engaged in scholarly activities. Furthermore, they will be able to undertake academic administrative work. While they will primarily contribute to the undergraduate programme, they will also undertake postgraduate teaching, supervision and mentoring as designated by the Head of Discipline/Head of School. Garda Clearance: Garda vetting will be sought in respect of individuals who come under consideration for this post. Post status: 3 Year Fixed-Term Contract This post is offered on a fixed-term basis in accordance with University policy, as Teaching Fellow appointments are not intended to be long-term and are normally limited to a maximum duration of three years. Hours of Post: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please following link below: https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf Salary: This appointment will be made on the Teaching Fellow Merged Pay Scale Annual Rate (€42,500 -€54,139 pro-rata) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie) How to apply: In order to assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (1x A4 page) that specifically address the following points in their application. Applicants should clearly address their practice and teaching experience in their application. Applicants who do not address the application requirements above in their cover letter will not be considered at the short list stage. Applications must be submitted by the closing date specified through eRecruitment. Any Applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Please see the Job Description below for this position. Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Prof. Louise Doyle, Head of the Mental Health Nursing Discipline,   Louise.Doyle@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. 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. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment. Further Information Filesize Teaching Fellow Mental Health.pdf 196.3 Information for Applicants.pdf 465.5 Return to Search Apply for Job