Assistant Professor in Microbiology

The primary purpose of the Assistant Professor position is to undertake research and teaching in the Microbiology Department, one of two disciplines in the School of Genetics and Microbiology, Trinity College Dublin. The role will involve teaching at undergraduate level predominantly for the biological streams, and where appropriate, providing postgraduate teaching via postgraduate programmes in which the School of Genetics and Microbiology participates. Another aspect of the role is the development of an active research programme in the School, contributing to the dynamic research environment, adding to the postgraduate ecosystem in the School, and generating significant and internationally recognized research outputs. The Assistant Professor has direct reporting lines to the Head of School and Head of Discipline. The appointment offers an excellent opportunity for career development in a lively, friendly, research and teaching focused work environment.

Post Status Tenure Track – This position is Tenure Track positions which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Lecturer Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€39,469 to €95,441 per annum] https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly-academic.pdf

How to Apply: Applicants should provide the following information when applying:

• A cover letter outlining their interest in the 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 research plan (summarising research to be carried out in the next two years and including details of funding to be sought - 2 pages).
• A teaching statement (summarising teaching experience; teaching philosophy; and approach to teaching – 2 pages).
• A description of a potential new module in Microbiology (area of research; hours to be taught; assessment method; etc).

PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who do not submit this information may not be considered for shortlisting.

Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 11^th April 2024

Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal http://jobs.tcd.ie

Applications must be made by the date and time specified.

Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late Applications will not be accepted.

Interviews for this position will take place on the 15^th May 2024

Informal Enquiries enquires should be emailed to the Head of School, Professor G. Jane Farrar (gjfarrar@tcd.ie); the Head of Discipline, Dr. Marta Martins (Microbiology; mmartins@tcd.ie).

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.

We are ranked 3rd in the world for gender equality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2020) and we hold an Athena SWAN Silver award, recognising our work to advance gender equality. Trinity is committed to supporting the work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.

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