ideally, expertise in transcriptional, protein and chromatin analyses including specialist knowledge in -omics techniques (e.g. RNA-seq) and bioinformatic analyses of large scale -omics datasets. We are interested in candidates who have experience with plant model organisms used in genetics research (e.g. Arabidopsis ), as well as model Irish crops. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research focuses on how plants sense and respond to abiotic stress at the molecular level, plant epigenetic responses and the molecular basis of plant resilience to climate change.

Post Status Tenure Track – This position is Tenure Track positions which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Lecturer Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€43,425 to €103,582 per annum] https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly-academic.pdf

How to Apply: Applicants should provide the following information when applying

• A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
• The names and contact details (i.e. addresses, e-mail, etc.) of three referees
• A research plan (summarising research to be carried out in the next four years and including details of funding to be sought - 2 pages) and a teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 pages)
• PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who do not submit this additional information may not be considered for shortlisting

Closing Date:  12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 9th October 2026 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal

Applications must be made by the date and time specified. Please allow enough time to make your application. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system Late Applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held on 16^th November 2026

Informal enquiries Candidates wishing to discuss the post informally and in confidence should email Professor Jennifer McElwain ( JMCELWAI@tcd.ie) - Head of Discipline for Botany.

€43,425 to €103,582 per annum

ideally, expertise in transcriptional, protein and chromatin analyses including specialist knowledge in -omics techniques (e.g. RNA-seq) and bioinformatic analyses of large scale -omics datasets. We are interested in candidates who have experience with plant model organisms used in genetics research (e.g. Arabidopsis ), as well as model Irish crops. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research focuses on how plants sense and respond to abiotic stress at the molecular level, plant epigenetic responses and the molecular basis of plant resilience to climate change.

Post Status Tenure Track – This position is Tenure Track positions which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Lecturer Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€43,425 to €103,582 per annum] https://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly-academic.pdf

How to Apply: Applicants should provide the following information when applying

• A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
• The names and contact details (i.e. addresses, e-mail, etc.) of three referees
• A research plan (summarising research to be carried out in the next four years and including details of funding to be sought - 2 pages) and a teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 pages)
• PLEASE NOTE: Candidates who do not submit this additional information may not be considered for shortlisting

Closing Date:  12 noon (Irish Standard Time) 9th October 2026 Application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal

Applications must be made by the date and time specified. Please allow enough time to make your application. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system Late Applications will not be accepted.

Interviews will be held on 16^th November 2026

Informal enquiries Candidates wishing to discuss the post informally and in confidence should email Professor Jennifer McElwain ( JMCELWAI@tcd.ie) - Head of Discipline for Botany.

€43,425 to €103,582 per annum