Academic Director of the UCD AI Institute and Professor of Artificial Intelligence

University College Dublin (UCD) is seeking to appoint an Academic Director of the UCD AI Institute and Professor of Artificial Intelligence within UCD Research, Innovation and Impact.

This role requires an internationally recognised academic leader, who has led cross-disciplinary initiatives at scale. They will have a distinguished research and teaching profile in Artificial Intelligence, from any disciplinary perspective. The successful candidate will establish the new UCD AI Institute, and provide transformative, cross-disciplinary leadership through the cultivation of a dynamic research culture, innovative curriculum development, and the pursuit of prestigious national and international funding opportunities.

They will oversee high-quality, impactful research collaborations that advance the field and address major societal challenges and opportunities associated with AI. As Academic Director of the UCD AI Institute, the appointee will establish the Institute and guide the evolution of its programmes of activity, fostering strong external partnerships and pioneering international collaborations. The role also carries a significant contribution to the broader strategic development of artificial intelligence at UCD, encompassing education, training, research, governance, and operational leadership.

95 Full Professor (7937) Salary Scale: €145,741 - €184,251 per annum

Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines

Closing date: The closing date for applications will be 9:00 Irish time on Friday, 27^th March 2026.

Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.

Further information, including details of how to apply, can be downloaded at plusportal.perrettlaver.com quoting reference 8300.

Applications should consist of a full curriculum vitae, detailing academic and professional qualifications and experience, full employment history and relevant achievements. CVs should be accompanied by a covering letter describing briefly how candidates meet the criteria outlined in the person specification, why the appointment is of interest and what they believe they can bring to the role.

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