Full Professor of Economics
University of Limerick
Ireland

Institution: University of Limerick, Ireland
Faculty/School: Kemmy Business School, Department of Economics
Location: Limerick, Ireland
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: €144,298 – €182,426 per annum
Hours: Full-time
Application Deadline: 27 February 2026, 12:00 (Irish Standard Time)
Contact: Professor Stephen Kinsella – stephen.kinsella@ul.ie
Job ID: 080789


Job Summary

  • Position: Full Professor, newly established Kemmy Professorship of Economics

  • Purpose:

    • Lead the Department of Economics’ growth and research agenda

    • Contribute to national and European-level initiatives in economics

    • Shape teaching and curriculum development across undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive levels

    • Build partnerships with industry, government, and international collaborators


Candidate Profile / Requirements

  • Research:

    • Established record of high-quality scholarship in economics

    • Ability to lead major research initiatives and mentor early-career researchers

  • Teaching:

    • Contribute to high-quality teaching at all levels

    • Develop new programmes aligned with societal and economic needs

  • Leadership:

    • Provide strategic vision and foster a collaborative, ambitious research culture

    • Expand external partnerships and influence policy-relevant economic research

  • Attributes:

    • Collegial and collaborative, with creativity, curiosity, and commitment to excellence


Responsibilities

  • Lead research initiatives within the Department and School

  • Mentor and support early-career academics

  • Develop new programmes and curricula reflecting changing economic and societal demands

  • Contribute to high-quality teaching at all levels

  • Strengthen the School’s national and international reputation


Application Process

  • Applications must be submitted online via the University of Limerick Vacancies portal

  • Application should include:

    • Letter of introduction / motivation

    • Current CV addressing job criteria

    • Completed online application form

  • For technical difficulties: erecruitment@ul.ie

Diversity Statement:
UL is an inclusive community and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.


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