Assistant Professor in Drama, Theatre and Performance

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Post Status: 5 Year Fixed Term Tenure Track, Full time The Purpose of the Role: The primary purpose of this post is to contribute to teaching, research, and administrative activities in the Department of Drama, School of Creative Arts. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of modules in the field of drama, theatre, and performance studies, with the capacity to deliver excellent instruction across lecture, seminar, and studio-based formats, as well as one-to-one mentoring in areas of their expertise. The successful candidate will have significant experience in teaching at university level, as well as a research profile in line with expectations at this grade. They will be expected to contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate supervision and mentoring, as well as to the administrative functions of the Department and School. Department/Faculty: School of Creative Arts Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland Reports to: Head of School Salary: Appointment will be made on Assistant Professor Merged Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€43,425 - €103,582 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 this link: http://www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf Closing Date: 12 Noon (Irish Standard Time), 26 June 2026 Application Information Candidates must submit the application by e-recruitment: 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) 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 Further Information Informal enquiries about this post please contact Associate Professor Dr. Nicholas Johnson, School of Creative Arts at johnson@tcd.ie Please click on the apply button above to view a full job description and to apply. URL Link to Human Resources https://www.tcd.ie/hr/ Trinity is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds. €43,425 to €103,582 per annum

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