Assistant Professor in Health Policy and Public Health
Trinity College Dublin, Head Office
Location: 3 College Green, Dublin 2, D02 XH97
Ref: #JOB-2440603
Application Details
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Job Description
The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to research and to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching within the Discipline of Public Health and Primary Care (PHPC). The successful applicant will also serve as Coordinator of the Addiction Research Network Ireland (ARNI), a national collaborative platform currently in development and to be launched within the Institute of Population Health (IPH). ARNI will foster partnerships among academic institutions, policymakers, service providers, individuals with lived experience, and citizen scientists. The post holder will work under the strategic leadership of Professor Jo‑Hanna Ivers to coordinate the establishment and launch of ARNI, and to support its subsequent development at national and international levels.
The role requires an excellent academic from addiction science, health policy, public health, health management, or a related social science discipline. The candidate must demonstrate extensive experience in coordinating interdisciplinary and intersectoral research initiatives, alongside substantial postgraduate teaching experience and supervision. A strong track record of research achievement is required, evidenced by high‑quality peer‑reviewed publications and successful securing of competitive research funding.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in PHPC
Co‑ordinating and developing the ARNI network
Securing research funding and publishing high‑quality research
Providing postgraduate supervision and mentoring
Qualifications
Academic background in addiction science, health policy, public health, health management, or a related social science discipline
Extensive experience in coordinating interdisciplinary research initiatives
Substantial postgraduate teaching and supervision experience
Proven research record with peer‑reviewed publications
Successful track record in securing competitive research funding
Salary and Contract
This appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Salary Scale (€43,425 – €103,582 per annum) in line with current Government pay policy.
Career Level
Experienced (Non‑Managerial)
Benefits
Remote/Blended working arrangements are available.
Closing Date
12:00 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 29th April 2026
How to apply
Applications will be accepted only through e‑recruitment. The interview process for this appointment will include delivery of a presentation.
Applicants must provide the following materials:
Cover letter (maximum 1 page A4)
Full curriculum vitae, including a list of publications
Names and contact details of three referees (email addresses preferred)
Teaching statement (maximum 2 pages)
Research plan (maximum 2 pages)
Applications that do not address all the required items in the cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.
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