Posted 22 July, 2026
Assistant Professor in European Politics (0.5FTE)
University of Limerick
Limerick, Limerick, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 2061593570
Assistant Professor in European Politics (0.5FTE)
Applications are invited for the following position:
Title of Post: Assistant Professor in European Politics (0.5FTE)
JOB SYNOPSIS
If you are seeking an academic career in an inspiring Department of Politics and Public Administration that delivers excellent research, teaching, and societal impact, then the new 0.5 Assistant Professor position in our department should be of interest to you. The Department has an international and cosmopolitan orientation, with a research profile spanning the broad range of the discipline of political science, including Irish and European politics, public administration, comparative politics, political theory, international relations and international political economy. Collegial in spirit and pluralist in outlook, faculty members produce cutting-edge and high-impact research using quantitative, qualitative, critical and normative methodologies and approaches. Our research leadership is strongly reflected in the quality of our publication and citation records, our sustained successes in securing international and national competitive grant funding, and the societal impact of our community research and teaching. We are looking to appoint an Assistant Professor in European Politics to join our team.
Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Department of Politics & Public Administration
Contract Type: 2 Year Fixed Term (Expected start date of contract - January 2027)
Salary Scale: €49,424 - €67,221 p.a. pro rata
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Dr Andrew Shorten
Head
Department of Politics and Public Administration
University of Limerick
Email: [email protected]
The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 20th August 2026
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Please email [email protected] if you experience any difficulties
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies
We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)
Many thanks for your interest in this role.
Contact Person :
Competition Type : Academic
Contact Email :
Job ID : 083892
Contact Number :
Close Date : 20-Aug-2026 12:00
Further Particulars :
Applications are invited for the following position:
Title of Post: Assistant Professor in European Politics (0.5FTE)
JOB SYNOPSIS
If you are seeking an academic career in an inspiring Department of Politics and Public Administration that delivers excellent research, teaching, and societal impact, then the new 0.5 Assistant Professor position in our department should be of interest to you. The Department has an international and cosmopolitan orientation, with a research profile spanning the broad range of the discipline of political science, including Irish and European politics, public administration, comparative politics, political theory, international relations and international political economy. Collegial in spirit and pluralist in outlook, faculty members produce cutting-edge and high-impact research using quantitative, qualitative, critical and normative methodologies and approaches. Our research leadership is strongly reflected in the quality of our publication and citation records, our sustained successes in securing international and national competitive grant funding, and the societal impact of our community research and teaching. We are looking to appoint an Assistant Professor in European Politics to join our team.
Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Department of Politics & Public Administration
Contract Type: 2 Year Fixed Term (Expected start date of contract - January 2027)
Salary Scale: €49,424 - €67,221 p.a. pro rata
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Dr Andrew Shorten
Head
Department of Politics and Public Administration
University of Limerick
Email: [email protected]
The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 20th August 2026
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Please email [email protected] if you experience any difficulties
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies
We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)
Many thanks for your interest in this role.
Contact Person :
Competition Type : Academic
Contact Email :
Job ID : 083892
Contact Number :
Close Date : 20-Aug-2026 12:00
Further Particulars :
