DCU is a research-intensive University and is home to a number of SFI-funded Research Centres. The University participates in a range of European and international research partnerships. DCU is also the leading Irish university in the area of technology transfer as reflected by licensing of intellectual property.

As a ‘People First’ institution, DCU is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion - a University that helps staff and students to thrive. The University is a leader in terms of its work to increase access to education, and is placed in the world’s Top 10 for reducing inequalities in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

• B.Sc. in Nursing across four disciplinary areas: General Nursing, Mental Health Nursing, Children’s and General Integrated Nursing, and Intellectual Disability Nursing
• Higher Diploma (Post-Registration) in Children’s Nursing
• B.Sc. in Health and Society
• M.Sc. in Child and Family Health and Wellbeing
• M.Sc. in Health and Social Inclusion
• M.Sc. in Specialist Nursing for Future Healthcare
• M.Sc. in Advanced Nursing Practice (Saudi Arabia)
• M.Sc. and Doctorate in Psychotherapy
• Certificate in Homelessness Prevention and Intervention
• Graduate Certificate in Sexuality Education and Sexual Wellbeing
• Stand-alone professional development modules for healthcare practitioners
• Certificate in Peer Support working in Mental Health

Through our accredited education programmes, the School is committed to the provision of education for nurses and other learners’ which equips them to take leadership roles and provide excellence in care and practice, placing them at the heart of tackling contemporary healthcare and societal challenges and achieving the best possible care outcomes. The School’s portfolio of research inquiry delves into every aspect of 21st century health and well-being across nursing, community health, psychotherapy, and societal health innovations, to improve the health, inclusion, and well-being for everyone in society.

The appointee will strengthen general nursing research and innovation, education, leadership and partnerships with external health service providers. The successful candidate will play a significant role in advancing the mission, vision and values and strengths of the School, Faculty of Science and Health, and Dublin City University.

The post is based on the Glasnevin Campus and the appointee will report to the Head of School.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not restricted to, the following:

Research and Scholarship

To lead research activity in the School by:

• Leading an impactful internationally recognised research programme in General Nursing
• Publishing innovative ideas and findings of significance in top quartile international journals
• Seeking and attracting funds from external agencies/organisations to support personal and School research initiatives
• Translating research knowledge, aligned with DCU’s strategy, to transform lives and societies
• Leading advancement of collaborative and interdisciplinary research within the School and wider University
• Providing effective research mentorship to early career academics
• Leading research dissemination by hosting research conferences, seminars, and workshops
• Enhancing the School’s reputation in the international research community via conference presentations, journal editorships, external examining, etc.
• Leveraging international research networks to enhance the School’s research portfolio
• Enriching the research culture and environment in the School

Teaching and Learning

To lead teaching and learning activity in the School by:

• Delivering teaching in a manner consistent with the highest academic standards
• Using a wide range of teaching and assessment methodologies to foster a deep approach to learning and which equip students with the skills and attributes needed to be lifelong learners
• Designing and developing new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
• Enriching the scholarship of teaching within the School
• Fostering a culture of teaching innovation and positive learning environment within the School
• Supervising postgraduate research students and contributing to the School’s PhD supervisory process

Leadership, Service and Contribution to University and Society

To contribute to the leadership, management and administration of the School by:

• Influencing the School’s strategic planning and direction and working collaboratively in delivering on the School’s strategic goals
• Delivering management and service roles at School, Faculty and University level to a high standard
• Active engagement in accreditation related activities
• Participating proactively in relevant School, Faculty and University committees, working groups and meetings
• Engaging in, and contributing to, staff development activities
• Contributing to the development and performance of colleagues through coaching, mentorship and peer support
• Enhancing the reputation of the School through engagement in, and leadership of, external academic, business (including consultancy), professional, public sector and community and out-reach activities (approved by the Executive Dean, where appropriate)