One-Year Full Time Teaching Fellow in Ethics

About the role

The School of Philosophy at University College Dublin is seeking a one‑year, full‑time Teaching Fellow in Ethics, commencing on 1 September 2026. The Fellow will primarily deliver undergraduate courses in ethical theory, applied ethics, political philosophy, and ideally philosophy of law, while supporting the Centre for Ethics in Public Life with workshops and events.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and assess modules covering ethical theory, applied ethics, and political philosophy.
• Assist the Director of the Centre for Ethics in Public Life in organising workshops, seminars and related events.
• Contribute to curriculum development and maintain academic standards.
• Engage with students and promote a pluralist philosophical environment.

Required profile

• Completed PhD in Philosophy or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the university level.
• Permission to work in the EU.
• Openness to diverse philosophical traditions.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of ethical theory, applied ethics, political philosophy, and philosophy of law.
• Effective classroom teaching and assessment abilities.
• Organisational skills for supporting workshops and events.

What we offer

• Annual salary of €44,396.
• Opportunity to work in a vibrant, pluralist academic community.
• Professional development through involvement with the Centre for Ethics in Public Life.