We Are Hiring: Three Exciting Opportunities at the School of Physical Sciences
The School of Physical Sciences at DCU is delighted to announce that we are currently recruiting for three new positions to support our growing teaching and research portfolio. These roles represent an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, collegial, and forward-looking school with a strong reputation in both education and cutting-edge research. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about their discipline, committed to excellence in teaching, and eager to contribute to impactful, interdisciplinary research. Full details of each position, including duties, criteria, and application procedures, can be found below. We warmly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and career stages.
Closing date: 20th August 2025
Job Reference: 003069
Role: Assistant Professor in Physics (Permanent Contract)
Role Profile
Reporting to the Head of School, the appointee will work closely with other colleagues across the School of Physical Sciences and the Faculty of Science and Health. The appointee will be expected to carry out activities across all three domains of Teaching & Learning, Research & Scholarship and Service & Contribution to the University. Specific details are set out below.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for a list of duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
Qualifications and Experience
Please refer to the job description for full details on the qualifications and experience required for this role.
Essential Training
The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training:
● Orientation
● Health & Safety
● Data Protection (GDPR)
● Cyber Security Awareness
● Performance Review & Development (PRD) (People Managers only)
● AI Literacy
Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Salary Scale:
Assistant Professor - €63,311 - €101,461, refer to DCU Payscales for the applicable payscale.
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Remote Working Policy
From the 1st of November 2024, DCU will operate its newly agreed Remote Working Policy. Employees may be approved for up to 2 days of remote working per week (or an appropriate pro rata amount for those part time). Any remote working arrangement will be reflective of the predominant on-campus working environment and the core University value of 'Student Focused'. Employees will be based on campus for the majority of their working week to ensure a sustained on campus engagement and experience. The terms of the remote working policy will apply.
For more information on The School of Physical Sciences, please visit: https://www.dcu.ie/physics
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Professor Timo Gans, Head of School, School of Physical Sciences, Dublin City University.
Email: timo.gans@dcu.ie
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system at www.dcu.ie/people/jobs. The full job description, including duties and criteria, is also available at this link.
In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. **In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes.
The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs
Closing date: Wednesday 13th August 2025
Job Reference: 003068
Role: Assistant Professor in Physics (3 Year Fixed Term Contract)
Role Profile
Reporting to the Head of School, the appointee will work closely with other colleagues across the School of Physical Sciences and the Faculty of Science and Health. The appointee will be expected to carry out activities across all three domains of Teaching & Learning, Research & Scholarship and Service & Contribution to the University. Specific details are set out below.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for a list of duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
Qualifications and Experience
Please refer to the job description for full details on the qualifications and experience required for this role.
Essential Training
The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training:
● Orientation
● Health & Safety
● Data Protection (GDPR)
● Cyber Security Awareness
● Performance Review & Development (PRD) (People Managers only)
● AI Literacy
Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Salary Scale:
Assistant Professor - €63,311 - €101,461, refer to DCU Payscales for the applicable payscale.
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Remote Working Policy
From the 1st of November 2024, DCU will operate its newly agreed Remote Working Policy. Employees may be approved for up to 2 days of remote working per week (or an appropriate pro rata amount for those part time). Any remote working arrangement will be reflective of the predominant on-campus working environment and the core University value of 'Student Focused'. Employees will be based on campus for the majority of their working week to ensure a sustained on campus engagement and experience. The terms of the remote working policy will apply.
For more information on The School of Physical Sciences, please visit https://www.dcu.ie/physics
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Professor Timo Gans, Head of School, School of Physical Sciences, Dublin City University.
Email: timo.gans@dcu.ie
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system at www.dcu.ie/people/jobs. The full job description, including duties and criteria, is also available at this link.
In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed. Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer.In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes.The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs
Closing date: Tuesday, 12th August 2025
Job Reference: 003067
Role: Technical Officer/Senior Technical Officer (Permanent Contract)
Role Profile
The School of Physical Sciences is seeking to appoint a Technical Officer or Senior Technical Officer to join its team of technical officers and provide advanced technical and training assistance to the School in research, teaching and learning and engagement activities. The successful candidate will provide expertise in operating and maintaining high-end experimental equipment, developing the School’s research capacity, assisting teaching laboratories, student recruitment and engagement activities.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for a list of duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
Qualifications and Experience
Please refer to the job description for full details on the qualifications and experience required for this role.
Essential Training
The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training:
● Orientation
● Health & Safety
● Data Protection (GDPR)
● Cyber Security Awareness
● Performance Review & Development (PRD) (People Managers only)
● AI Literacy
Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Salary Scale:
Technical/Senior Technical Officer: €40,828 - €72,717, refer to DCU Payscales for the applicable payscale.
Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy
Remote Working Policy
From the 1st of November 2024, DCU will operate its newly agreed Remote Working Policy. Employees may be approved for up to 2 days of remote working per week (or an appropriate pro rata amount for those part time). Any remote working arrangement will be reflective of the predominant on-campus working environment and the core University value of 'Student Focused'. Employees will be based on campus for the majority of their working week to ensure a sustained on-campus engagement and experience. The terms of the remote working policy will apply.
For more information on The School of Physical Sciences, please visit https://www.dcu.ie/physics
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Professor Timo Gans, Head of School, School of Physical Sciences, Dublin City University
Email: timo.gans@dcu.ie
Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system at www.dcu.ie/people/jobs. The full job description, including duties and criteria, is also available at this link.
In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter (please specify if applying for Technical Officer or Senior Technical Officer grade)
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed. Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs.