Full Professor of Economics

University of Limerick

Institution: University of Limerick, Ireland
Faculty/School: Kemmy Business School, Department of Economics
Location: Limerick, Ireland
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: €144,298 – €182,426 per annum
Hours: Full-time
Application Deadline: 27 February 2026, 12:00 (Irish Standard Time)
Contact: Professor Stephen Kinsella – stephen.kinsella@ul.ie
Job ID: 080789

Job Summary

• Position: Full Professor, newly established Kemmy Professorship of Economics
• Purpose:
  • Lead the Department of Economics’ growth and research agenda
  • Contribute to national and European-level initiatives in economics
  • Shape teaching and curriculum development across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive levels
  • Build partnerships with industry, government, and international collaborators

Candidate Profile / Requirements

• Research:
  • Established record of high-quality scholarship in economics
  • Ability to lead major research initiatives and mentor early-career researchers
• Teaching:
  • Contribute to high-quality teaching at all levels
  • Develop new programmes aligned with societal and economic needs
• Leadership:
  • Provide strategic vision and foster a collaborative, ambitious research culture
  • Expand external partnerships and influence policy-relevant economic research
• Attributes:
  • Collegial and collaborative, with creativity, curiosity, and commitment to excellence

Responsibilities

• Lead research initiatives within the Department and School
• Mentor and support early-career academics
• Develop new programmes and curricula reflecting changing economic and societal demands
• Contribute to high-quality teaching at all levels
• Strengthen the School’s national and international reputation

Application Process

• Applications must be submitted online via the University of Limerick Vacancies portal
• Application should include:
  • Letter of introduction / motivation
  • Current CV addressing job criteria
  • Completed online application form
• For technical difficulties: erecruitment@ul.ie

Diversity Statement:
UL is an inclusive community and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.