Ad Astra Early Career Fellowships (EXPIRED)

The principal duties and responsibilities attached to this post will be:

Research
• Engage actively in research and scholarly activity and disseminate the results of research through
publication in international peer-reviewed academic journals and by other appropriate means
• Supervise and manage student research projects and supervise postdoctoral researchers
• Engage actively in initiatives to successfully attract research funding
• Engage in the development of interdisciplinary research initiatives

Teaching
• Teach selected undergraduate and/or postgraduate courses as may be assigned by the Head of School.
• Supervise undergraduate and taught Masters research projects
• Engage in programme and curriculum design and review
• Design and implement a range of appropriate methods of teaching and assessment
• Provide academic counselling and advice to students

Contribution
• Contribute to the academic life of the School, College and University and to the wider educational
community
• Support student recruitment activities
• Undertake other such duties as directed by the Head of School in line with the contract of employment.

Selection Criteria:

Mandatory:
The applicant is required to:

• Hold a PhD in Philosophy awarded by a recognised Institute;

• Research in an area that strengthens or strategically complements the existing research profile of the School of Philosophy. 

• Have a high-quality publication record commensurate with the stage of their career;

• Be committed to high-quality university-level teaching, learning and student support

• Possess excellent communication and presentation skills;

• Demonstrate how they can positively contribute to fostering an inclusive environment and a level of awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion. © UCD Human Resources Ad Astra Fellow