Job Advertisement: Assistant Professor in Political Economy
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Political Economy
Institution Name: Department of Political Science & Department of Economics, Trinity College Dublin
Deadline for applications: 05-Jan-2026 12:00
Web link for further information: http://jobs.tcd.ie
About Trinity:
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. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction.
Post Summary
The Departments of Economics and Political Science, within the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, invite applications for the position of Assistant Professor in Political Economy, to commence on 3 August 2026.
The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervise and mentor students, and contribute to an engaging, supportive, and intellectually stimulating learning environment. They will play an active role in interdisciplinary curriculum development and engage in high-quality research, publishing in leading academic journals and contributing to wider academic and policy debates through collaboration, workshops, and conferences.
The post holder will also be expected to serve as Director of the PPES Programme, providing academic leadership in curriculum design, programme management, and strategic planning. In addition, they will contribute to the academic administration of the School and Departments, including participation in committees, quality assurance processes, and other governance and service-related activities that support the effective functioning of the academic community.
We seek applicants with vision, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. Candidates should demonstrate an established record of high-quality research in political economy, with clear potential for further significant contributions, as well as creativity and innovation in curriculum and module design.
Department/Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Economics and Department of Political Science.
Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland
Reports to: Head of Discipline and Head of School
Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term Tenure-Track
Salary: Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Merged Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy (€42,925 - €102,556 per annum) https://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: http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf
Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 05 January 2026
Application Information
Candidates must submit the following via http://jobs.tcd.ie :
- Cover letter – 2 x A4 pages maximum. This letter should specifically discuss the applicant’s motivations for applying for the job and their expected contributions to and fit with the Departments of Political Science and Economics at Trinity College Dublin.
- Full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees.
- Research statement - 2 x A4 pages maximum. This statement summarizes current and future research plans.
- Teaching statement - 2 x A4 pages maximum. This statement should include a discussion of the applicant’s capacity to teach current modules in the Departments of Political Science and Economics and a discussion of additional modules that could be provided.
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 an interview.
Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal http://jobs.tcd.ie
Informal enquiries about this post please may be directed to: Head of the Department of Economics, Professor Agustin Bénétrix, via email: benetra@tcd.ie and Head of the Department of Political Science, Professor Constantine Boussalis, via email: boussalc@tcd.ie
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at E: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those who have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion, and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.
Job Title: Assistant Professor in International Politics
Institution Name: Department of Political Science, Trinity College Dublin
Deadline for applications: 15-Jan-2026 12:00
Web link for further information: http://jobs.tcd.ie
About Trinity:
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. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction
Post Summary
The Department of Political Science, School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, are seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in International Politics, with a start date of 3 August 2026. We are looking for applicants with vision and enthusiasm, a genuine commitment to both research and teaching, and a demonstrated ability to engage students with innovative teaching methods. The successful candidate should have a proven research record, relative to career stage, with clear potential for further contributions to the field of political science.
Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term, Tenure Track
Department/Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Political Science
Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland
Reports to: Head of Discipline and Head of School
Salary: Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Salary Scale (109) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€42,925 - € 102,556 per annum] https://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:
http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf
Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 15 January 2026
Application Information
Candidates must submit the following:
- Cover letter – 2 x A4 pages maximum
- Full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees,
- Research statement (summarising current research and future research plans) – 2 x A4 pages maximum
- Teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 x A4 pages maximum)
- Writing sample. Applicants are asked to submit one writing sample that best represents their scholarly work to date. This may be a published article, a dissertation chapter, a working paper, or a work-in-progress. We recognise that early-career scholars are at different stages of the publication process; therefore, unpublished or developing work is fully welcomed. The writing sample should demonstrate the applicant’s research potential, methodological rigour, and contribution to their field of study.
Please Note:
• Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Any applications which are still in progress at the time of closing will automatically be cancelled by the system.
• Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as interview.
Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal.
Informal enquiries about this post may be directed to: Head of the Department of Political Science, Associate Professor Dr. Constantine Boussalis, via email: boussalc@tcd.ie
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.
Job Title: Assistant Professor in Political Science
Institution Name: Department of Political Science, Trinity College Dublin
Deadline for applications: 15-Jan-2026 12:00
Web link for further information: http://jobs.tcd.ie
Job Title : Assistant Professor in Political Science Pay Scale : Lecturer Merged
Closing Date : 15-Jan-2026 12:00 Contact Email : recruit@tcd.ie
About Trinity:
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. Trinity College Dublin- an introduction
Post Summary
The Department of Political Science in the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Political Science, with a start date of 3rd August 2026. The successful candidate will contribute to high-quality teaching, research, and administrative activities within the department, supporting its mission to provide an outstanding academic experience for students.
We welcome applicants across all areas of political science, with particular interest in candidates specialising in international relations, comparative politics, public policy, or political communication. The role involves teaching core undergraduate modules, as well as specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses, participating in interdisciplinary teaching initiatives, and providing supervision and mentoring to support the academic and professional development of students with diverse research interests.
The Department seeks candidates with vision, enthusiasm, and a strong commitment to both teaching and research. Applicants should demonstrate innovative teaching practices, a developing research profile appropriate to their career stage, and clear potential for making further contributions to the field of political science, including engagement with broader scholarly and public debates.
Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term, Tenure Track
Department/Faculty: School of Social Sciences and Philosophy, Department of Political Science
Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland
Reports to: Head of Discipline and Head of School
Salary: Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Salary Scale (109) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€42,925 - € 102,556 per annum] https://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: http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf
Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 15 January 2026
Application Information
Candidates must submit the following:
- Cover letter – 2 x A4 pages maximum
- Full curriculum vitae to include the names and contact details of 3 referees,
- Research statement (summarising current research and future research plans) – 2 x A4 pages maximum
- Teaching statement (summarising teaching experience and approach – 2 x A4 pages maximum) - Undergraduate modules currently offered by the Department are listed here:
https://www.tcd.ie/Political_Science/programmes/undergraduate/module-outlines/
Modules currently offered as part of the MSc in International Politics are listed here:
https://www.tcd.ie/Political_Science/programmes/postgraduate/msc-international-politics/course-content/index.php - Writing sample. Applicants are asked to submit one writing sample that best represents their scholarly work to date. This may be a published article, a dissertation chapter, a working paper, or a work-in-progress. We recognise that early-career scholars are at different stages of the publication process; therefore, unpublished or developing work is fully welcomed. The writing sample should demonstrate the applicant’s research potential, methodological rigour, and contribution to their field of study.
Please Note:
• Candidates who do not submit the requested information will not be considered for shortlisting.
• Any applications which are still in progress at the time of closing will automatically be cancelled by the system.
• Candidates should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of a presentation as well as interview.
Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal.
Informal enquiries about this post may be directed to: Head of the Department of Political Science, Associate Professor Dr. Constantine Boussalis, via email: boussalc@tcd.ie
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at: recruit@tcd.ie and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.