| Location: | Limerick - Ireland |
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| Salary: | €49,424 to €67,221 or £42,988.80 to £58,468.56 (converted salary*) |
| Hours: | Full Time |
| Contract Type: | Permanent |
| Placed On: | 3rd July 2026 |
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| Closes: | 21st August 2026 |
| Job Ref: | 083689 |
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Job Synopsis
The School of History and Geography invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Human Geography.
We seek to appoint a scholar with expertise in economic, political, and/or urban–rural geography who will strengthen the discipline’s research profile and deliver high quality, research-led teaching. The successful candidate will join a collegial and ambitious school committed to excellence in scholarship, teaching, and societal engagement.
The appointee will be required to compete for national and international research funding aligned with their area of expertise and the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Research Funding Themes.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Dr Alistair Malcolm
Head
School of History and Geography
University of Limerick
Email: alistair.malcolm@ul.ie
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 21st August 2026 12:00
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies
We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)
Many thanks for your interest in this role.
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