Professor of Social Justice and Democratic Resilience

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Professor of Social Justice and Democratic Resilience

JOB SYNOPSIS

The Department of Sociology at the University of Limerick (UL) invites applications for a Professor of Social Justice and Democratic Resilience. The Department of Sociology is a dynamic and collaborative environment that delivers excellence in research, teaching, and societal impact. Interdisciplinary Research Centres linked to our department include the Centre for the Study of Popular Music and Popular Culture (CSPMPC) and the European Centre for the Study of Hate (ECSH). Our faculty members’ teaching and research interests span the breadth of the discipline and have expertise in quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods approaches. The Department’s research profile is distinguished by its dual commitment to rigorous scholarly enquiry and meaningful social impact, supported by a robust track record in securing competitive funding from both national and international sources, including Research Ireland and EU funders. Our strong publication and citation record is complemented by faculty members’ active engagement with local, national, and supranational bodies, and policy and practice-oriented work. Research outputs developed by staff in the Department of Sociology highlight the range, form, and levels of exclusionary practices as experienced by minority racialised communities, intersecting with class, gender identities and sexualities. The focus of this post, Social Justice and Democratic Resilience, specifically aims to meet the challenges of building an inclusive society. The Department of Sociology is committed to providing our students with an intellectually stimulating educational experience that cultivates disciplinary knowledge and transferable skills. We offer high-quality curricula designed to foster critical thinking, methodological competence, and deep engagement with pressing social issues. Our teaching is research-driven, and our pedagogical practices are designed to empower students as active and reflective learners. In addition to our undergraduate programmes, we support a growing community of postgraduate students across taught Masters and PhD pathways. This thriving academic community provides an excellent foundation for developing the next generation of sociological researchers. Sociology’s research culture is characterised by excellence and meaningful impact. Our work informs national and international policy, underpinned by strong collaborations with local, national, and international policymakers; supranational bodies such as the European Commission and the Council of Europe; Irish Government stakeholders; civil society organisations; and community groups. The calibre of talent within the unit, along with its capacity to attract and develop emerging scholars, signals readiness to advance in research leadership, grant acquisition, and postgraduate recruitment. University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarship. 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. To learn more about us Join the team in UL | University of Limerick. If you are passionate about advancing the field of Sociology within a leading academic institution, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences

Department of Sociology

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Scale: €105,556 - €141,090 p.a.

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 Martin J Power

Head

Department of Sociology

University of Limerick

Email: SociologyHead@ul.ie