Lecturer/Assistant Professor
Advertiser: School of Economics, University College Dublin
Field(s) of specialization: Any field
Position type(s): Assistant Professor
Location of job: UCD School of Economics, Belfield, Dublin, 4, Ireland
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: 2027-09-01
Job duration: 5 years
Salary: 66,055 to 104,600 EUR
Application deadline: 20 Nov 2026 midnight UTC (accepting applications)
Posting end date: 20 Nov 2026
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Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Economics within UCD School of Economics

Applications are invited for the position as Lecturer/Assistant Professor in the UCD School of Economics. Applicants must have an active research track record and be an effective communicator capable of excellence in teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Applications from all fields of Economics are welcomed.

UCD is Ireland's largest university. Its Economics department is the nation's leading group of academic researchers (https://www.ucd.ie/economics/). Our vibrant, international staff are committed to producing cutting-edge research and providing a world-class education.

95 Lecturer/Assistant Professor (above the bar) Salary Scale: €64,753 - €102,539 per annum
Appointment on the scale in accordance with UCD and Department of Finance guidelines.

UCD promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion. The School takes a proactive approach to providing a welcoming, flexible environment that promotes excellent teaching, research, and public contribution. We hold an Athena SWAN Bronze certification.

School representatives will meet potential candidates virtually at the EEA Job Market 14–17 December 2026.

Informal enquiries to Prof. Ben Elsner (econhead@ucd.ie).

Salary: 95 Lecturer/Asst Professor Above The Bar €66,055 - €104,600 per annum

Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 20 November 2026

Additional information and to apply: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

Application procedure

To apply, visit https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/. (See posting for details.)

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