Posted 11 June, 2026
Assistant Professor in Education & Human Development
Dublin City University
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 378594333
Assistant Professor in Education & Human Development
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003399 Assistant Professor in Education & Human Development, Permanent Contract
Role Profile
We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Professor who can lead and deliver modules in education and human development programmes, including post-primary placement modules, with an emphasis on child, adolescent and adult development, critical media literacy, social and global inequalities and justice and inclusion in education systems and the wider society. The successful individual will support student teachers and educational practitioners in developing critical thinking and critical media literacy skills in an evolving educational and media ecosystem as well as a critical understanding of how inter alia wealth, gender, racial, geographical and environmental inequalities shape educational and life experiences and outcomes.
Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.
Salary Scale:
Assistant Professor Below Bar: €49,429 - €67,224
Assistant Professor Above Bar: €65,229 - €104,536 (*PhD is required for this scale)
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 23rd July 2026
Additional Information
Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.
For more information on the School of Human Development, please visit the School of Human Development
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Dr Marie Flynn, Head of School of Human Development, Dublin City University.
Phone + 353 (0)1 7009264 Email: [email protected]
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 - 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.
The University's Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University's commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid
Contact Email : [email protected]
Contact No : +00353 1 700 5149
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003399 Assistant Professor in Education & Human Development, Permanent Contract
Role Profile
We are seeking to recruit an Assistant Professor who can lead and deliver modules in education and human development programmes, including post-primary placement modules, with an emphasis on child, adolescent and adult development, critical media literacy, social and global inequalities and justice and inclusion in education systems and the wider society. The successful individual will support student teachers and educational practitioners in developing critical thinking and critical media literacy skills in an evolving educational and media ecosystem as well as a critical understanding of how inter alia wealth, gender, racial, geographical and environmental inequalities shape educational and life experiences and outcomes.
Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.
Salary Scale:
Assistant Professor Below Bar: €49,429 - €67,224
Assistant Professor Above Bar: €65,229 - €104,536 (*PhD is required for this scale)
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Tuesday, 23rd July 2026
Additional Information
Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.
For more information on the School of Human Development, please visit the School of Human Development
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Dr Marie Flynn, Head of School of Human Development, Dublin City University.
Phone + 353 (0)1 7009264 Email: [email protected]
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.
In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 - 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. We will provide support and accommodations to ensure all candidates, including those with disabilities, can fully participate in the process.
The University's Athena Swan Silver Award signifies the University's commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs #LI-Hybrid
Contact Email : [email protected]
Contact No : +00353 1 700 5149
