Assistant Professor in Economics

Reports to: Head of Discipline and Head of School

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Lecturer Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€39,469 to €95,441 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), 8^th January 2024

Post Summary

The Department of Economics, School of Social Sciences and Philosophy is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Economics (any field), to commence on 1st August 2024. The Department invites applications in any field to add to the strengths of the department in this area: http://www.tcd.ie/Economics/research.

Successful applicants will contribute to research and teaching in the Department of Economics. The existing research strengths of the Department include development economics, international macroeconomics, and applied economics more generally (in particular, economic history, energy economics, political economy, and urban economics).

Application Information

Candidates must submit the application by e-recruitment:

1. Cover letter (2 A4 pages maximum)
2. Full curriculum vitae including a list of publications and the names and contact details (email addresses) of 3 referees.
3. A URL to a job market paper representative of the candidate’s research ability
4. Research plan (summarizing research to be carried out in the next two years and including details for funding to be sought – 2 pages maximum)
5. Teaching statement (summarizing teaching experience and approach – 2 pages maximum)

In addition, candidates should also submit three letters of recommendation via Econ Job Market:

1. Letters of recommendation from referees

Please Note:

• Candidates who do not submit all of this information may not be considered for shortlisting.
• Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as an interview.

Please visit http://jobs.tcd.ie to view a full job description and to apply.

Further Information for Applicants

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

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We are ranked 3rd in the world for gender equality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2020) and we hold an Athena SWAN Bronze award, recognising our work to advance gender equality. The University is actively pursuing a Silver level award, which it has committed to achieving by 2025. Trinity is committed to supporting the work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities, and applicants with disabilities.

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