Assistant Professor of History
Dublin City University
Ireland

Position ID: #003273
Contract Type: 3-Year Fixed Term
Salary Scale: €64,583 – €103,501 (Assistant Professor, Above Bar)
Closing Date: Monday, 6 April 2026


Role Overview

The successful candidate will:

  • Teach in their research specialization and survey modules in global history and related areas.

  • Design and deliver core and optional modules for the BA Joint Honours and Bachelor of Religious Education with History programs.

  • Potentially teach on other School programs (e.g., MA in History) and Faculty programs (e.g., BA Single Module program).

  • Supervise postgraduate students and contribute to research initiatives.

  • Publish regularly in leading journals and university presses.

  • Apply for external research funding with School support.


Requirements

  • A PhD in History or a closely related field (implied for academic appointment).

  • Evidence of research excellence (publications, grants, conferences).

  • Ability and willingness to teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

  • Commitment to the School’s research and teaching mission.


Application Instructions

Applicants must submit via the online application system:

  1. Curriculum Vitae

  2. Cover Letter

  3. Completed Application Form (downloadable from vacancy page)

Note: Applications are incomplete if any items are missing.

Informal Inquiries:
Dr. William Murphy, Head of School of History and Geography

General Contact for Applications:

Additional Info: DCU School of History and Geography


Key Points

  • Focus on both research and teaching, including module design and delivery.

  • Strong support for publication, funding, and postgraduate supervision.

  • Fixed-term 3-year contract, full-time.

  • Salary aligned with Government pay policy.

  • DCU is an equal opportunities employer with an Athena SWAN Silver Award for gender equality.


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