Lecturer in Anatomy and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Medicine

Applications are invited for the post the permanent position of Lecturer in Anatomy and Artificial Intelligence Applications in Medicine at University of Galway. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to our teaching and research mission in Anatomy.

College of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences 

As AI continues to advance, it is expected to play an increasingly vital role in areas such as medical imaging, image analysis, morphomics, predictive analytics, smart medical implants and decision support systems, empowering healthcare professionals with valuable insights and enabling more precise, proactive and autonomous patient care.

As part of the CMNHS’s FutureCare Strategy to 2025, the College has prioritised the development of healthcare degree programmes that equip graduates with the expertise to deliver as future healthcare professionals. By incorporating anatomical knowledge into AI models, the algorithms can leverage spatial relationships, anatomical landmarks, and organ-specific features to improve accuracy and reliability in medical image analysis. Additionally, knowledge of anatomy can also be valuable in designing AI systems that assist in surgical planning, medical device design and autonomous implant function such as in soft robotics.

The appointed Lecturer will possess a command of AI & machine learning principles, human anatomy and medical technologies, effectively bridging the gap between the two domains and conveying complex concepts in an accessible manner to students. They will foster critical thinking and promote a multidisciplinary approach to AI in medicine while nurturing a deep understanding of its applications and potential benefits to patients. We are seeking a candidate who can teach Anatomy (Gross Anatomy, Histology, Embryology and Medical Imaging) and Develop AI Applications in undergraduate and postgraduate Medicine.

Research Interests should be aligned to existing research interests within the CMNHS

Candidates must hold a PhD in Anatomy or related discipline and possess relevant teaching and research experience. The post-holder must have experience in teaching gross Anatomy/ Histology and have ideally taught at both undergraduate and postgraduate level. They should have an ability to motivate others and possess excellent communication and organisational skills.

For informal discussion contact: Professor Peter Dockery, peter.dockery@universityofgalway.ie

Salary: € 64,260 - € 102,513 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 22^nd January 2026. 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

Applications should be submitted online.

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.

University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.

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