Assistant Professor in Genetics

The primary purpose of the Assistant Professor position is to undertake research and teaching in the School of Genetics and Microbiology, Trinity College Dublin, predominantly in the Discipline of Genetics. The role will involve teaching at undergraduate level for the biological streams, and where appropriate, providing postgraduate teaching via postgraduate programmes in which the School of Genetics and Microbiology participates. Another key 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 position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€42,500 to €101,541 per annum] 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) and a teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 pages)

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

Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 19th August 2025 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal my.corehr.com/pls/trrecruit/erq_jobspec_details_form.jobspec?p_id=038462 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.

Informal enquiries about this post should be emailed to and the School Manager, Laoise Quinn (laoise.quinn@tcd.ie), the Head of School, Prof G. Jane Farrar (gjfarrar@tcd.ie), the Head of Discipline, Prof Matt Campbell (Genetics; campbem2@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.

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