Assistant Professor in Human Factors

Post Status: 2 Year Fixed Term Contract

Reports to: Head of School and Centre Co-Directors

Salary: Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Salary Scale (109) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€42,500 - €101,541 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), 10 July 2025

The Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a committed and dedicated individual to join our team and contribute to the growth, delivery, and continuous improvement of the CIHS's Research, Education and Training programmes. This role includes supporting ongoing research projects, delivering Human Factors training, as well as other Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses in areas such as Sustainability, Workplace Wellbeing, and Systemic Risk Management. Additionally, the role will contribute to teaching on our Postgraduate Certificate, Diploma, and MSc programme in Managing Risk and System Change. The ideal candidate will have expertise in at least one of the following areas, Human Factors, Risk and Safety Management, Sustainable behaviour, Workplace Wellbeing and will have a strong track record in creating and delivering training programmes across diverse industries.

Context

The role includes exploring and developing new training and educational opportunities.  The candidate will immerse themselves in the ongoing research activities and outputs of CIHS, integrating key findings into training programmes. Responsibilities will include updating training content, ensuring existing material is current and embedded in the latest state of the art research and relevant regulatory requirements, managing the training team, overseeing training delivery and evaluation, and maintaining ongoing coordination with industry clients.

Further Information

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Siobhan Corrigan, Co-Director Centre for Innovative Human Systems at scorrig@tcd.ie

Application Information

Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal via the apply button.

Applications past the closing date will not be considered. 

Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include delivery of a presentation.

Candidates must submit the following when applying: 

1. Cover letter – 2 x A4 pages maximum. This letter should specifically discuss the applicant’s motivations for applying for the job.
2. Full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees.
3. Research statement - 2 x A4 pages maximum. This statement summarizes current and future research plans.
4. Teaching statement - 2 x A4 pages maximum. This statement summarizes teaching experience and approach. 

Please Note: Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting.

URL Link to Human Resources https://www.tcd.ie/hr/

Trinity is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds.

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