Lecturer, (B), in Spanish and Latin American Studies (0.6 FTE)

Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer, Contract type B, Part time - 0.6 FTE in Spanish and Latin American Studies at University of Galway. 

The appointee will be an employee of the University of Galway, working in Spanish and Latin American Studies within the School of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. Candidates must have a PhD, demonstrated research expertise and a track record of teaching in at least one of the following areas: Spanish African literature and culture; literature and culture of the Caribbean and Central America; literature and culture of South America. The person appointed must also have a proven record of teaching and related academic administration at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

The appointee will be expected to make a strong contribution to teaching language. They will deliver culture modules at both undergraduate and postgraduate level within the Discipline and will be expected to contribute to the School’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The appointee will also undertake postgraduate supervision and serve on Graduate Research Committees.

The appointee will be expected to contribute to the research culture of the Discipline and School and build on their research profile, developing national and international network links, and producing research of an international standard.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Kate Quinn, Head of Spanish and Latin American Studies, School of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures. Email: kate.quinn@universityogfgalway.ie

Additional information on the Discipline is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/spanish/

Salary: €64,903 to €103,538 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.

Information on the University's Strategic Plan is available at: Strategy | Straitéis 2025-30 - University of Galway

Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 (Irish Time) on 9^th April 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

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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