The School of Social Work and Social Policy offers social work education via the Bachelor in Social Studies (BSS) and the Master in Social Work (MSW). This post is to directly support these flagship social work programmes as well as the other undergraduate & postgraduate offerings within the School. Candidates must hold a PhD in the social sciences (either completed or submitted by the time of commencement of the post). They also must hold a professional qualification in social work and are registered, or are eligible to register, as a social worker with CORU, Health and Social Care Professional Regulator Ireland. The successful candidate must be registered with CORU prior to the commencement of the post. Appointees will be expected to contribute significantly to the research output and teaching programmes of the School. They will have, or show clear potential of having, relative to career stage, a track record in research, including high impact scholarship and international publications; teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level; administrative and managerial skills. The successful candidate will be joining a vibrant and collegiate team with an established track record in social work education, social work research and cross disciplinary domestic and international research activity. Post status: 5 Year Fixed Term (Tenure Track) Salary: This appointment will be made on the Lecturer Merged (€42,952 - €102,556) point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. ( Closing Date: 17th November 2025**,** 12 Noon Irish time How to apply: A cover letter outlining how their experience makes them suitable for the role and how they meet all essential requirements. (2 pages max.) A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications. The names and contact details (i.e. addresses, e-mails, etc.) of three referees. A teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach, addressing the requirements of this post including an outline of three potential original modules) 2 pages max. A research Statement (summarising current research and immediate plans) 2 pages max. Informal Enquiries to Dr Catherine Conlon, Head of School. Application queries about this post, please email Recruitment E: and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. Please Note: Candidates who do not address the application requirements above will not be considered at the shortlist stage. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war. Trinity College Dublin is Irelands premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.