Associate Professor A - AI in Pharmaceutical Sciences

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Associate Professor A - AI in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Applications are invited for the following position:

Title of Post: Associate Professor A - AI in Pharmaceutical Sciences

JOB SYNOPSIS If you are seeking an academic career in an inspiring, research-intensive institution, the new Associate Professor position in the Department of Chemical Sciences at the University of Limerick (UL) is the place to further your ambitions in biopharmaceutical research. The Department is seeking an academic with expertise in digital tools applied to pharmaceutical sciences to join an ambitious and collegial departmental team of ~30 academics. Leveraging existing facilities and research initiatives, the new Associate Professor will drive research and teaching across digital drug discovery and pharmaceutical formulation at the University. They will provide academic leadership in pharmaceutical sciences, aligning with, and ensuring the continued growth and development of, existing research initiatives in this field at the University, including the Bernal Institute (www.bernal.institute.ie) and SSPC, Research Ireland’s national centre for pharmaceuticals whose central operations is housed in the Bernal Institute (www.sspc.ie)

Faculty of Science & Engineering

Department of Chemical Science

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary Scale: €91,094 - €120,069 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 J.J. Leahy
Head
Department of Chemical Science
University of Limerick
Email: j.j.leahyul.ie

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 13th April 2026
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 erecruitmentul.ie 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

Many thanks for your interest in this role.

Contact Person : Competition Type : Academic

Contact Email : Job ID : 082210

Contact Number : Close Date : 13-Apr-2026 12:00

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