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University of Limerick invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Nursing (General). The role focuses on teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervising research, and contributing to administrative duties within the School of Nursing & Midwifery.
The post is permanent and located in Limerick, Ireland. Applicants should demonstrate a robust research pipeline with high‑quality ISI publications and a clear plan for further scholarly impact beyond academia.
Applications are invited for the following position:
Title of Post: Assistant Professor in Nursing (General)
If you are seeking an academic career in an inspiring and cohesive School of Nursing & Midwifery that delivers excellent research, teaching, and societal impact, then the new permanent Associate Professor position in our School should be of interest to you. The school has close to 1000 students. It delivers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Applicants should have experience conducting high-quality research, as demonstrated by published articles in international ISI-ranked journals of great repute and a good pipeline of studies for publication. Evidence of high-impact publications and awareness of the potential impact of the publications beyond academia is expected. The successful candidate is expected to: teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels on accredited nursing programmes, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research, undertake administrative tasks associated with an academic position and undertake excellent research.
Permanent
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.
Professor Liz Kingston
Head
School of Nursing & Midwifery
University of Limerick
Email: liz.kingston@ul.ie
The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 5th October 2026
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
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 Email : Job ID : 084389