Applications are invited for the following position:
Title of Post: Professor of Biomedical Statistics
JOB SYNOPSIS
Are you seeking an academic career in an inspiring and cohesive medical school that delivers excellent research, teaching, and societal impact, then the Professor of Biomedical Statistics position in our School of Medicine should be of interest to you. An exceptional opportunity currently exists for a suitably qualified person to play a key academic role at the School of Medicine at the University of Limerick (UL) The School was established in 2007 and is the first medical school to be founded since the establishment of the Irish State, the first graduate-entry medical school in Ireland, the first to integrate problem-based learning techniques into its medical degree curriculum and the first to offer level 8 Paramedics degree programmes in Ireland. The Professor of Biomedical Statistics will have a key role in the design and delivery of the School of Medicine’s education and research programmes. There is a strong emphasis on collaborative research across disciplines in the School and the appointee will be expected to contribute significantly to this. Applicants should have experience conducting high-quality research, as demonstrated by published articles in international ISI-ranked journals of great repute and a good pipeline of studies for publication. Evidence of high-impact publications and awareness of the potential impact of the publications beyond academia is expected. The successful candidate is expected to: teach at undergraduate and postgraduate levels on accredited programmes, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research, undertake administrative tasks associated with an academic position and undertake excellent research. This post provides an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, dynamic and creative individual with vision and flair to be involved in an exciting post in a forward-looking environment.
Faculty of Education & Health Sciences
School of Medicine
Contract Type: Specific Purpose
Salary Scale: €104,511 - €139,692 p.a. pro rata
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Professor Colum Dunne
Head
School of Medicine
University of Limerick
Email: [email protected]
The closing date for receipt of applications is Wednesday, 17th September 2025.
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Please email [email protected] if you experience any difficulties
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies
