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Post Summary
The School of Histories and Humanities at Trinity College Dublin seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in History of Modern European Art, based in the Department of History of Art and Architecture. Candidates must have a specialism in European Art from the period between 1800 and 1950 and must demonstrate an ability to incorporate collections in Ireland in their teaching and research.
The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to teaching and research in History of Art and to undertake administrative activities in the Department and the School of Histories and Humanities. The successful applicant will have a proven ability or evidence of potential to establish a strong record of research and publication in the History of Modern European Art and will be expected to contribute both to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in this field and to interdisciplinary curricular teaching, supervision, and mentoring.
Post Status
Tenure Track - This position is Tenure Track position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.
Salary:
Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Salary Scale (109) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy €43,425 to €103,582 per annum
Hours of Post:
Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please follow www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf
Closing date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time), 13th April 2026.
Applications will only be accepted via jobs.tcd.ie
How to apply:
Candidates must submit the application by e-recruitment:
Covering Letter (1 x A4 page)
Full Curriculum Vitae to include your list of publications and the names and contact details of 3 referees (including email addresses).
Research plan (summarising research to be carried out in the next three years – maximum of 1 x A4 page).
Teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – maximum of 1 x A4 page)
Informal queries
about this post can be directed to Dr. Timothy Stott, Head of Department of History of Art and Architecture - stottt@tcd.ie
Application queries
about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
€43,425 to €103,582 - please see advert
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