Lecturer in Applied Social Science (0.6 FTE)

Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer in Applied Social Science at University of Galway at 0.6 FTE.

The post-holder will be involved in teaching Family Law, Child Protection and Welfare and Human Rights Law in the BA in Child, Youth and Family, Policy and Practice; BA in Community, Youth and Family Studies; MA in Social Work and the MA in Family Support. The Post holder will also be a member of the Discipline of Applied Social Science (DASS) and will make occasional contributions to programmes within the Discipline as agreed with the Head of Discipline. 

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Carmel Devaney, School of Political Science and Sociology, Email carmel.devaney@universityofgalway.ie

Additional information on the School is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/soc/

Salary: €63,624 to €101,498 pro rata p.a (applicable to new entrants effective from January, 2011)

This appointment will be made on the Lecturer scale in line with current Government pay policy and in accordance with the terms and conditions of the University’s Remuneration policy. QA321-Updated-PP-Remuneration.pdf (universityofgalway.ie)

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 10^th July 2025.  It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date.

Garda vetting may apply.

Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.

Further details are available at www.dbei.ie

For more information and Application Form please see website:

Please see further information on how to apply here: E-Recruit - University of Galway and Guidelines for On-line Applications (universityofgalway.ie)

Please note that appointment to posts advertised will be dependent upon University approval, together with the terms of the Employment Control Framework for the higher education sector.

At the University of Galway, we celebrate diversity and believe that every candidate can bring unique perspectives, talents and approaches to our University community.  We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds regardless of race, religion, ethnicity, gender, family status, civil status, membership of the Traveller community, sexual orientation, disability or age.   

We value flexibility and recognise that a work-life balance is essential.  We offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options, to accommodate the diverse needs of our staff.   Our commitment to inclusivity extends beyond recruitment as we foster a friendly and supportive work environment, where all work styles are valued and respected.  Join us in shaping a workplace that thrives on diversity, creativity and collaboration.   

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

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