University College Dublin - Permanent, Tenure-track X2

[UCD Sociology]

Overview of Irish system:
The Irish system refers to permanent positions (indefinite contract) as "above the bar".  Tenure is awarded via an internal review, which is fast and straightforward, after 1-3 years of being in a permanent position.  Promotion from one grade to another is subject to external review similar to what is found in most academic contexts.  Salary is non-negotiable although where you fall in the scale is.  Here is a link to the payscale: www.ucd.ie/hr/pay/payscales/.  These positions are similar to an assistant professorship in many contexts, but where permenancy is established at point of contract.  The link at the bottom will take you to the further particulars of the positions.

Position 1:
Lecturer/Assistant Professor (above the bar) in Sociology, UCD School of Sociology, Permanent

Applications are invited for one permanent post of Lecturer/Assistant Professor. We are interested in candidates who can make a significant contribution in any area of sociology.

We are seeking applications from individuals who will contribute to our goals of: further developing as the country’s leading centre for sociological research and enhancing our international profile in this respect; advancing the innovation and expansion of our programmes; playing a central role in enhancing UCD’s position as an internationally recognised centre for academic excellence.



Position 2:
Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Sociology in Gender, Sexuality, Family or Childhood, UCD School of Sociology, Permanent

Applications are invited for one permanent post of Lecturer/Assistant Professor. We are particularly interested in candidates who can make a significant contribution in one or more of the following areas: Gender, Sexuality, Family, Childhood. Candidates should highlight in their application the area(s) for which they wish to be considered.


Both positions:
We are seeking applications from individuals who will contribute to our goals of: further developing as the country’s leading centre for sociological research and enhancing our international profile in this respect; advancing the innovation and expansion of our programmes; playing a central role in enhancing UCD’s position as an internationally recognised centre for academic excellence.

Notes for Applicants:

- All applicants are asked to submit a detailed letter of application when uploading their CV etc.

- Appointees will commence in this post on the 1st September 2019.


95 Lecturer/Assistant Professor (above the bar) Salary Scale: €52,325 - €82,267 per annum

Appointment will be made on scale and in accordance with the Department of Finance guidelines



Closing date: 17.00hrs (GMT) on Friday 16 November 2018



Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 17:00hrs (Irish Local Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.

Link: www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/ (click on "external applicants" and search for jobs under "sociology")

[confused abt permanance/tenure]

I'm a bit confused about the permanence/tenure distinction, since here in the US the two are often conflated. If you are essentially hired on a permanent contract immediately, what does tenure entail in the Irish system? Or am I confusing some terms here, for instance, you are hired and are given a probationary period of 1-3 years where they retain the right to fire you for any reason?

[Nobody drinks Guinness]

Tenure does not mean much in practice beyond what permanence provides. It has some implications that I'm not too clear about, but it effectively is just a step that must be taken before a promotion can be sought. These jobs from day one offer more protection than many tenured positions in the US provide after a 5-7 year tenure track.

[Update]

Here is the link to the tenure process at UCD (https://www.ucd.ie/hr/promotions/tenure/)

[Everybody drinks Guiness]

Oct 4, 2018 14:45:40 GMT -5 Nobody drinks Guinness said:

Tenure does not mean much in practice beyond what permanence provides. It has some implications that I'm not too clear about, but it effectively is just a step that must be taken before a promotion can be sought. These jobs from day one offer more protection than many tenured positions in the US provide after a 5-7 year tenure track.

This is very helpful.  Thank you!

[Question]

Any updates on this position? Is there a short list?

[Wellingtons]

No short list yet, but committee to meet soon.

[Check in]

Have interviews been scheduled for this position yet?

[Some rejections out]

Unsure beyond the fact that they have sent out some very kind rejection emails.

[NotMe]

they have selected the candidate for both positions