Assistant Professor in Psychology

Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin - School of Psychology

Location:	Dublin
Salary:	€43,425 to €103,582 or £37,770.89 to £90,095.21 (converted salary*) per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On:	23rd March 2026
Closes:	17th April 2026
Job Ref:	38983

Post status:Specific purpose contract

Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

Reports to: Head of School of Psychology

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

Hours of Work: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please follow the link below: www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf

Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 17th April 2026

The Purpose of the Role

We are seeking a committed and dedicated individual to join our team and contribute to the growth, delivery, and continuous improvement of the MSc. in Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA). The MSc in ABA is an intensive full-time postgraduate programme delivered over two years. The course aims to ensure that students become efficient in the practical application of the principles of applied behaviour analysis. The course provides theoretical, ethical, practical, and basic modules that involve face-to-face classes presented by qualified staff with expertise in Behaviour Analysis. Theory and practice are interwoven throughout the course. Class time includes lectures, interactive sessions, seminars, and group work.

Students are required to actively engage in the content and process through discussion and demonstration, including reference to their own work experiences to integrate theory and practice. This course has been verified by ABAI as meeting the Fifth Edition (6th Ed Test Content Outline), 315-hour coursework requirement for those wishing to sit the Board Certified Behaviour Analyst® or Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst® examinations. The course is also accredited by the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) enabling eligible graduates to apply to become Chartered Behavioural Psychologists.

Further Information

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Sven Vanneste, Head of School at SVEN.VANNESTE@tcd.ie

Application Information

Candidates must submit the following:

1. Cover letter stating rationale for applying for the post at this stage of career.
2. Full curriculum vitae to include your list of publications and the names and contact details of 3 referees (email addresses if possible).
3. Teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – maximum of 2 pages).
4. Research plan (summarising research to be carried out in the next two years– maximum of 2 pages).

Please Note:

• Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as interview.

The application will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal.

URL Link to Human Resources www.tcd.ie/hr

Trinity is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds.