Assistant Professor in Midwifery X 2

Post status:                           5 Year Fixed-Term, Tenure Track Contract

School/Department:            School of Nursing & Midwifery 

Job Category and Level:     Academic; Assistant Professor

The Purpose of the Role

The School of Nursing & Midwifery, Trinity College Dublin is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Midwifery. The primary purpose of this appointment is to contribute to midwifery education, research and administrative activities in the School. This appointment arises in response to the continued growth and development of the Midwifery profession within the School, and reflects a strategic commitment to expanding capacity, enhancing expertise, and building on Trinity College Dublin’s leadership in Midwifery education and research.

Context 

The School provides world-leading educational programmes designed to prepare midwifery, nursing, and other health professionals to meet the evolving needs of national and international healthcare systems, with a particular emphasis on midwifery and maternal health. These programmes align with our Strategic Plan 2023–2030: Transforming healthcare and creating a better future for all and are underpinned by our dynamic and collaborative research activities, as outlined in the School of Nursing and Midwifery Research Strategy 2023–2030. 

We recognise the unique identity of the Midwifery profession and are committed to excellence in Midwifery practice, education, and research. The Midwifery team, in collaboration with colleagues across nursing and allied disciplines, actively contributes to advancing original and sustainable research in childbirth, reproductive health, and maternity care. This team places a strong emphasis on co-designed research with women and families, in partnership with clinical collaborators in our affiliated maternity hospitals, as well as national and international research networks and industry partners. 

We are now seeking a motivated and talented Assistant Professor in Midwifery to join our growing team. The appointee will have a developing track record in Midwifery education and research and will be expected to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, curriculum development, interdisciplinary education initiatives, and student supervision and research. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the strategic advancement of Midwifery and maternal health, in alignment with the strategic Goals of the School, the University and the Midwifery profession. 

Applicants will be expected to demonstrate subject expertise, attract research funding and attain scholarly publication. They will be expected to complement and enhance the existing strengths of the Midwifery profession within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The appointee will benefit from a rich academic environment that fosters innovation in education, research, and professional development. They will work closely with the Head of School, Head of Discipline, Director of Midwifery Programmes, Professor in Midwifery, Professor of Maternal Health, the Trinity Centre for Maternity Care Research (TCMCR), and other members of the Midwifery team. 

Please note that police vetting will be conducted for individuals under consideration for this post, in line with regulatory and safeguarding requirements.

Person Requirements 

The role-holder will require the following knowledge, skills and attributes for successful performance in the role. 

Qualifications 

• Excellent academic record and have completed or be working towards completion of a Ph.D. in Midwifery or a relevant health-related area (Desirable). 

• M.Sc. or equivalent in Midwifery or in a relevant related field where an applicant does not have a Ph.D. (Essential). 

• Registered Midwife with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI) or relevant professional body in their jurisdiction (Essential). 

• Registered, or eligible to register on the Nurse or Midwife Tutor’s division with the NMBI or hold an equivalent teaching and learning qualification (Desirable).

• A minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in Midwifery practice (Desirable).