Posted 12 July, 2026
Assistant Professor (Above the bar) in Law
Dublin City University
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1129785885
Assistant Professor (Above the bar) in Law
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003432 Assistant Professor (Above the bar) in Law, Permanent contract
Role Profile
Dublin City University intends to appoint an Assistant Professor in Law, to begin on 1 September 2026. We especially welcome candidates with a strong international research profile and a proven track record in European Human Rights law in the context of conflict. The successful candidate will have published at least two monographs, have experience engaging with international human rights organisations and have proven experience of university teaching. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to teach in their research specialisation and interests but will also be required to take up teaching responsibilities in other areas, particularly on the BCL programme.
The School also offers opportunities to supervise PhD candidates, and encourages and supports applications for external research funding. The School is committed to high quality research, expects its staff to publish regularly in leading journals and with leading university presses and supports its staff in such work. We have led research programmes supported by the Irish Research Council, the EU and other national and international funders.
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 - €65,229 - €104,536.
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Friday, 24th 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, please visit - https://www.dcu.ie/lawandgovernment
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Dr. Tanya Ní Mhuirthile, Head of School, School of Law and Government, Dublin City University.
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 5436
Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following position #003432 Assistant Professor (Above the bar) in Law, Permanent contract
Role Profile
Dublin City University intends to appoint an Assistant Professor in Law, to begin on 1 September 2026. We especially welcome candidates with a strong international research profile and a proven track record in European Human Rights law in the context of conflict. The successful candidate will have published at least two monographs, have experience engaging with international human rights organisations and have proven experience of university teaching. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to teach in their research specialisation and interests but will also be required to take up teaching responsibilities in other areas, particularly on the BCL programme.
The School also offers opportunities to supervise PhD candidates, and encourages and supports applications for external research funding. The School is committed to high quality research, expects its staff to publish regularly in leading journals and with leading university presses and supports its staff in such work. We have led research programmes supported by the Irish Research Council, the EU and other national and international funders.
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 - €65,229 - €104,536.
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing Date: Friday, 24th 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, please visit - https://www.dcu.ie/lawandgovernment
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Dr. Tanya Ní Mhuirthile, Head of School, School of Law and Government, Dublin City University.
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 5436
