Assistant Professor of Dental Science

Trinity College Dublin

Job Title: Assistant Professor in Dental Education

Pay Scale: Lecturer Below Bar Merged

Closing Date: 24 November 2025, 12:00

Contact Email: recruit@tcd.ie

Trinity College Dublin – An Introduction

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.

Post ID: 038552

Post Summary

The School of Dental Science at Trinity College wishes to recruit an Assistant Professor in Dental Education. The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to the teaching, research, and administrative activities in the School of Dental Science and at the Dublin Dental University Hospital (DDUH).

This role will have a particular emphasis on supporting curricular review and the development and implementation of a new five-year Dental Curriculum for Dental Science students; developing and implementing an evidence-based assessment programme across the undergraduate dental courses in line with university policies and international best practice; and meeting the accreditation standards of the Dental Council of Ireland.

Post Status:

Specific Purpose Contract

The specific purpose of this employment is due to its primary emphasis on supporting the development and implementation of a new Dental Curriculum for Dental Science students. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as it is expected that curriculum reform and development will be complete within a definite period of time.

Hours of Post:

Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements.

Salary:

This appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Salary Scale (€42,925 – €102,556 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy.

How to Apply

Applicants should provide the following information when applying for the Assistant Professor post:

1. Cover letter explaining why they believe they are suitable for the role
2. Comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
3. Names and contact details (addresses, e-mail, etc.) of three referees
4. Comprehensive teaching statement (maximum 2 pages) and research plan (maximum 2 pages)

Please Note:

• Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.
• Candidates may be required to give a presentation.
• Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to:

• Dr Heather Reilly, DUTL – heather.reilly@dental.tcd.ie
• Aisling Thompson, School Manager – aisling.thompson@dental.tcd.ie

For application queries about this post, please email Katie Doran, Recruitment Partner, at recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war.

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.