Professor of History

Trinity College Dublin

University: Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
Job Title: Lecky Professor of [Medieval] History (1913)
Pay Scale: Professor
Post Status: Permanent
Salary: Appointment will be made on the Professorial salary scale line with Public Sector Pay Policy [€147,197 to €186,073 per annum]
Closing Date: 14 January 2027, 12:00 PM (Irish Standard Time)
Contact Email: knowledj@tcd.ie

About the University

Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years.

Post Summary

The School of Histories and Humanities at Trinity College Dublin is seeking to appoint a medieval historian as Lecky Professor of History, established in 1913. The post is tenable from 1 September 2027, and the successful candidate will undertake scholarly research in continental European history during the period from c. 800 to c. 1350.

The study of medieval history has long been at the forefront of the School’s mission. Medieval history is an area of teaching that is constantly in high demand, from students at all levels. The research profile in medieval history is strong and contributes significantly to the profile of the School of Histories and Humanities.

Hours of Work

Hours of work for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements.

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following when applying:

  1. A cover page including motivation (one page).

  2. A comprehensive CV, including a full list of publications, research funding and leadership activities.

  3. The names and contact details (email addresses) of three referees.

  4. A research plan (summarising research over the next five years (two pages)).

  5. A teaching statement (summarising research over the next five years (two pages)).

Please Note

  • Applicants who do not address the application requirements above will not be considered at the shortlist stage.

  • Applicants should note that the interview process for this appointment will include the delivery of an in-person presentation at Trinity.

Closing Date: 12 noon (Irish Standard Time), Thursday, 14th January 2027.

Presentations and Interviews will be held in person on the 30th and 31st of March 2027.

Applications will only be accepted by applying online through the Trinity Jobs Portal.

Applications must be made by the date and time specified.

Please allow plenty of time to complete the application process. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. Late Applications will not be accepted.

Please see the Job Description below for this position.

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries about this post should be made to the Head of School Professor Graeme Murdock:

Email: murdocg@tcd.ie

Application enquiries can be made to recruitment partner Daniel Knowles at:

Email: knowledj@tcd.ie

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. Trinity welcomes applications from all individuals, including those applicants with disabilities, those who may have had non-traditional career paths, those who have taken time out for reasons including family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants including those whom have been displaced due to war.

Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier University. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and we hold an Athena Swan Silver award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and in the Higher Education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work-life balance and to creating a family-friendly working environment.

Application Link

Apply Online:
Trinity Jobs Portal – Apply Here

Further Information

Job Description:
Lecky-Professor-of-History.pdf

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