Teaching Assistant in Psychology

Job synopsis

If you are seeking to teach in an inspiring and cohesive Psychology Department that delivers excellent research, teaching, and societal impact, then the 10-month Teaching Assistant position in our Department could be of interest to you. The Department’s profile is characterised by its expertise in the domains of social, health, clinical, and community psychology. The Department has close to 600 students. It delivers various undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and supervises approximately 40 PhD students. The Department is a leader in internationalisation, reflected in the high rate of international staff members and the number of international students. Applicants must have a psychology degree and some teaching experience. We are looking for someone with potential for supervising research.

The successful candidate is expected to:

• Teach at the undergraduate level on accredited psychology programmes.
• Mark student assignments at the undergraduate level on accredited psychology programmes.
• Supervise undergraduate research.
• Undertake administrative tasks associated with the post.

Faculty of Education & Health Sciences

Department of Psychology

Contract type: 10 month fixed term

Salary scale: €38,010 p.a. pro rata

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 Eric Igou

Head

Department of Psychology

University of Limerick

Email: eric.igou@ul.ie

"A Teaching Assistant post in the University of Limerick operates as a training contract. The duration of the contract is limited to 10 months. However, it may be renewed for one further period only not exceeding 10 months. Applications will only be considered from individuals who have not already received two Teaching Assistant contracts”

The closing date for receipt of applications is Monday, 21^st July 2025.

Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Are you currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland?

If you are not currently an EEA Citizen and have stated you are currently legally entitled to work and reside in Ireland. You MUST upload a copy of your current Visa and Work permit in the attachments section application form, or your application will not be processed.

Please note your current work authorisation status must allow you to fulfil the terms of the contract on offer.

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

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 erecruitment@ul.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

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