Lecturer in Zoology

Applications are invited for an appointment as a Lecturer in Zoology at University of Galway. This is a full-time, specific purpose contract. The successful applicant will contribute to teaching and examining undergraduate and postgraduate programmes primarily in the Zoology programme, but will also contribute to teaching of other biology-related programmes in the wider School of Natural Sciences where required. The creation of new course modules and/or components, as well as the administration and coordination of modules and programmes are likely. The post-holder will be expected to have some expertise in evolutionary biology (including ecological genetics), have some knowledge of entomology/honeybee biology, and be able to contribute to basic botany or environmental science material. The postholder will be based in the Zoology group in the Earth and Life Sciences department of the School which also houses the Botany/Plant Science & Environmental Science Group, and the Earth and Ocean Science group. The appointee should have excellent interpersonal skills and be prepared to collaborate with colleagues within the School, University, nationally and internationally.

For informal enquiries, please contact Prof Grace McCormack (Head of School of Natural Sciences), Email grace.mccormack@nuigalway.ie and +353 (0)91 493015  Additional information on the Discipline is available at: http://www.nuigalway.ie/science-engineering/school-of-natural-sciences/disciplines/zoology/research/

Salary: € 63,624 to € 101,498 p.a. 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 14^th August 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

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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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