Associate Professor of Nursing

Trinity College Dublin

Pay Scale: Senior Lecturer

Closing Date: 09-Mar-2026 12:00

Contact Email:

Post ID: 038862

University Overview

Trinity College Dublin 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 Summary

The School of Nursing & Midwifery is seeking to recruit an Associate Professor in Mental Health Nursing to contribute to teaching, research, and administrative activities in this field. This position arises from the intent to strengthen Trinity College Dublin’s leadership in mental health nursing research and education, secure key funding opportunities, expand institutional capacity, and support the long-term growth and impact of the School in this critical area.

The successful candidate will:

• Have a track record in mental health nursing education and research
• Provide leadership in the discipline of mental health nursing
• Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as interdisciplinary teaching, curriculum development, supervision, and academic mentoring

This post provides an exciting opportunity to advance mental health nursing, which is of strategic focus for the discipline and the School of Nursing and Midwifery.

The successful candidate will have:

• A depth of knowledge pertinent to the role
• A sustained record of research funding capture, leading to practice innovation and scholarly publication

The individual will be expected to:

• Connect with, complement, and enhance existing strengths in mental health nursing and in the School
• Engage with innovations and research initiatives in mental health nursing
• Work closely with the head of discipline and other discipline members

Note: Police vetting will be conducted for individuals under consideration for this post.

Post Status & Conditions

• Post status: Permanent Contract
• Hours of Work: Governed by applicable Public Service Agreements. Further information
• Salary: Associate Professor Salary Scale (€91,151 - €117,706 per annum), at a point in line with current Government pay policy (monthly/weekly payscales)

How to Apply

Applicants should provide the following when applying:

• A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
• Names and contact details of three referees
• A comprehensive research plan, summarising planned projects and funding to be sought for the next five years (max 2 pages)
• A teaching statement, summarising teaching experience and approach (max 2 pages)
• A cover letter

Note: Candidates who do not submit the required information will not be considered for shortlisting.

Informal enquiries: Prof Louise Doyle – louise.doyle@tcd.ie

Additional Information

• Applicants should note that the interview process may include the delivery of a presentation
• Garda (Police) vetting will be sought for applicants under consideration
• The successful applicant will be expected to take up post as soon as possible
• Any applications in progress at the closing time will be automatically cancelled

Application queries: recruit@tcd.ie (include Competition ID number in the subject line)

Equality & Diversity

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including:

• Those with disabilities
• Individuals who have followed non-traditional career paths
• Those who have taken time out for family or caring responsibilities
• International applicants, including those displaced due to conflict or war

Trinity College Dublin:

• EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion
• Holds an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising ongoing work to advance gender equality in Trinity and across higher education
• Committed to work-life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment