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Job Description
Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. The Department of German in the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultural Studies at Trinity College Dublin welcomes applications for a tenure‑track position as Assistant Professor in German. The successful candidate will be a specialist in 18th‑ and/or 19th‑century German‑language literature and culture with a focus on interdisciplinary research, such as, for example: Germanic and European Cultural and Intellectual History, Gender Studies, Performance Studies, Migration Studies, Memory Studies, Environmental Humanities, Medical Humanities. The person appointed will have relevant university teaching experience and a research track record appropriate to an appointment at this level. Interviews and presentations for this competition will take place in‑person week beginning 22nd June 2026.
Post status: Tenure Track – this position is a 5‑year appointment in the first instance, with permanency subject to satisfying the tenure requirements. Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. Salary: Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Merged Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications and experience, in line with Public Sector Pay Policy (€43,425 – €103,582 per annum). Closing date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time), Monday 11 May 2026.
How to apply
Cover letter (2 A4 pages maximum) outlining how your experience makes you suitable for the role.
Full curriculum vitae including a full list of publications.
Research statement (2 A4 pages maximum) summarising current and future research plans.
Teaching statement (2 A4 pages maximum) summarising teaching philosophy and experience.
Two pieces of sample writing (no more than 12,000 words each, including footnotes).
Please note: Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting. Any applications 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 an interview. Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal.
Location & Sector
This vacancy is suitable for Remote/Blended working
Sector: education
Career Level
Experienced (Non-Managerial)
Informal enquiries about this post please contact the Head of the Department.
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