Post status: Specific Purpose Contract

Location: Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin, College Green, Dublin 2, Ireland

Reports to: Head of School, School of Education

Post Summary:

The School of Education seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in AI and Technology for Education (Specific Purpose).

The Assistant Professor in AI and Technology for Education will contribute to programme development, teaching, supervision and research in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and technology for education. The post-holder will develop and deliver modules on AI literacy, learning analytics, educational technologies, digital pedagogy, and the ethical use of AI in learning environments. They will also conduct high‑quality research, secure funding, and support the development of innovative, evidence‑based uses of AI in education.

The purpose of this role is to develop programme offerings in the area of AI and technology for learning within the School’s suite of programmes. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis as once the programme development project is completed, this post will no longer be required.

Hours of Post: Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For further information please following link below: www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/academic-hours-public-service-agreement.pdf

Salary: Appointment will be made on the Assistant Professor Merged Salary Scale (109BN) commensurate with qualifications / experience and in line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€43,425 - €103,582 per annum] www.tcd.ie/hr/assets/pdf/monthly_academic.pdf.

Closing date: 12 Noon, 15^th May 2026

Candidates should submit by e-Recruitment:

• Cover letter (1-2 pages)
• Full curriculum vitae, your list of publications and include the names and contact details of 3 referees (email addresses if possible)
• A research plan summarising the research to be carried out during the post and including details of funding to be sought where appropriate (max. 2 pages).
• A teaching and learning statement summarising your teaching experience, approaches used and underpinning philosophy (max. 2 pages).

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. Please visit jobs.tcd.ie to view a full job description and to apply.

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Professor Ann Devitt, Head of School, School of Education at HeadofEducation@tcd.ie

Trinity is an equal opportunities employer, and we encourage applications from talented people of all backgrounds.