Associate Professor in Cancer Pharmacy

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Post ID: 039300

Post Summary: The School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SoPPS), Trinity College Dublin and the Pharmacy Department, St James Hospital (SJH) seek to appoint an outstanding candidate to the position of Associate Professor in Cancer Pharmacy, to contribute to teaching, research and clinical practice across the SoPPS and SJH. 

The successful candidate will have significant experience and track record of practicing as a clinical pharmacist and will have a strong academic background. Experience in Oncology clinical pharmacy will be preferred, or candidates must have a significant interest in this area. Candidates should also have a proven track record in research. They should also have an ability to contribute to and lead teaching activities and strategic developments within the SoPPS at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. They should also have an ability to play an active role in the delivery and development of Cancer Pharmacy services in the context of best national and international practice.

Post status: Specific Purpose Contract*

*The specific purpose of this appointment is to establish, develop and embed a research and academic function in Cancer Clinical Pharmacy across TCD and SJH, including the development of research capacity, infrastructure, and external funding streams to support this activity.  This employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as the role is time-bound and linked to the establishment phase of an expanded research function, the long-term sustainability of which is uncertain.

Hours of Post: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please follow this link: http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf

Salary: Appointment will be made on Associate Professor Salary Scale commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€93,914 - €121,273 per annum] https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly-academic.pdf

Closing date: 12 noon on 12th August 2026

How to apply: Candidates must submit the application by e-recruitment:

1. Cover letter– (2 x A4 pages maximum) outlining how their experience makes them suitable for the role.
2. Full curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
3. Research statement- (2 x A4 pages maximum) summarising current and future research plans.
4. Teaching statement- (2 x A4 pages maximum) summarising teaching philosophy and experience.

Please Note:

• Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Any applications which are still in progress at the time of closing will automatically be cancelled by the system.
• Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as interview.

Informal enquiries about this post please contact Cristin Ryan, Professor In Practice Of Pharmacy at CRISTIN.RYAN@tcd.ie

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