Posted 05 July, 2026
Assistant Professor in Interprofessional Education
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1124251968
Job Title : Assistant Professor in Interprofessional Education
Pay Scale : Lecturer Merged
Closing Date : 04-Aug-2026 12:00
Contact Email : [email protected]
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. Thrive: Trinity College Dublin's Strategic Plan 2025 - 2030
Post ID: 039329
Post Summary:-
The Faculty of Health Sciences invites applications for the post of Assistant Professor in Interprofessional Education, which will support the Faculty with the academic development, expansion, coordination and implementation of its interprofessional education (IPE) programme.
This post will support, coordinate and deliver both clinical and curricular IPE teaching and assessment for students across Health Sciences, and any other areas agreed by the IPE Steering Committee. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the ongoing development and review of the IPE curriculum across the Faculty.
The post requires expertise and an understanding of higher education, interprofessional education and collaborative practice in the healthcare context. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake teaching, programme development and academic administration for the IPE programme and will conduct research in health sciences education.
This post is tenable and will be offered on a five-year fixed-term tenure track basis. Trinity College Dublin welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Post status: Tenure Track - This position is Tenure Track position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.
Hours of Post: 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
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Salary Scale (€43,859 - €104,618 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)
How to apply:
Applicants should provide the following information when applying for the post:
1. A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
2. The names and contact details (address & e-mail) of three referees
3. A teaching statement, summarising teaching experience and approach (up to 2 pages)
4. A research plan, summarising research to be carried out in the next two years and including details of funding to be sought (up to 2 pages)
Please Note:
Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Dr Emer Barrett, School of Medicine, Chair of the IPE Steering Committee, email: [email protected]
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at [email protected] and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
Our Values - putting our words into action
Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.
Pay Scale : Lecturer Merged
Closing Date : 04-Aug-2026 12:00
Contact Email : [email protected]
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. Thrive: Trinity College Dublin's Strategic Plan 2025 - 2030
Post ID: 039329
Post Summary:-
The Faculty of Health Sciences invites applications for the post of Assistant Professor in Interprofessional Education, which will support the Faculty with the academic development, expansion, coordination and implementation of its interprofessional education (IPE) programme.
This post will support, coordinate and deliver both clinical and curricular IPE teaching and assessment for students across Health Sciences, and any other areas agreed by the IPE Steering Committee. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the ongoing development and review of the IPE curriculum across the Faculty.
The post requires expertise and an understanding of higher education, interprofessional education and collaborative practice in the healthcare context. The successful candidate will be expected to undertake teaching, programme development and academic administration for the IPE programme and will conduct research in health sciences education.
This post is tenable and will be offered on a five-year fixed-term tenure track basis. Trinity College Dublin welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Post status: Tenure Track - This position is Tenure Track position which is 5-years in the first instance, permanency is subject to satisfying the tenure requirements.
Hours of Post: 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
Salary: This appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Salary Scale (€43,859 - €104,618 per annum) at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)
How to apply:
Applicants should provide the following information when applying for the post:
1. A comprehensive curriculum vitae, including a full list of publications
2. The names and contact details (address & e-mail) of three referees
3. A teaching statement, summarising teaching experience and approach (up to 2 pages)
4. A research plan, summarising research to be carried out in the next two years and including details of funding to be sought (up to 2 pages)
Please Note:
- Candidates who do not submit the application information may not be considered for shortlisting.
- The interview process for this appointment may/will include the delivery of a presentation and may include a test of practical skills.
Applicants who do not address these requirements in their cover letter will not be considered at the shortlisting stage.
Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system.
Please see the Job Description below for this position.
Dr Emer Barrett, School of Medicine, Chair of the IPE Steering Committee, email: [email protected]
Application queries about this post, please email the Recruitment Partner at [email protected] and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading.
Our Values - putting our words into action
Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future.
At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war.
Trinity College Dublin is Ireland's premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.
