Tim Crowley

Dr. Tim Crowley is an Assistant Professor and Lecturer in the School of Philosophy at University College Dublin (UCD). He holds a DPhil from the University of Oxford, where his thesis on Aristotle's Elements earned the Conington Prize (2010). His research focuses on Ancient Philosophy, particularly Aristotle and the reception of Presocratic ideas. Crowley has been a College Lecturer at UCD since 2008 and has held teaching roles at institutions like Aylesbury High School and Oxford's New College.

His academic contributions include influential work on Aristotle's elements theory, metaphysics, and ethics. Notable publications span journals like Phronesis and Classical Quarterly, with recent works exploring ancient Greek ethics and feminist philosophy. Crowley has secured grants, including the Notion of Prohairesis in Aristotle's Philosophy of Action (2015–2018).

He has supervised PhD students Giulio Di Basilio and Siobhan Doyle and coordinates modules on Aristotle's Ethics, Plato's Republic, and Ancient Philosophy. Recognized for teaching excellence, he was nominated for UCD Teaching Awards multiple times. Crowley is a member of the Heterodox Academy and actively engages in public philosophy, including an interview on free speech in universities.

His professional service includes roles on UCD's Teaching and Learning Committee, Open Day Committee, and School Library Committee. He has also judged the Undergraduate Awards of Ireland and Northern Ireland.