Lecturer in Arts

University College Cork

College of Arts, Celtic Studies and Social Sciences
Department of Theatre

Fixed Term Whole Time Post (Duration to 31st July 2028)

University College Cork (UCC) wishes to appoint an exceptional candidate to the role of Lecturer in Theatre: Arts Management & Cultural Policy, reporting to the Head of Theatre, Professor Jools Gilson.

The successful applicant will offer dedicated expertise contributing to a growing research agenda within the area of arts / cultural industries management and cultural policy, as well as an interest in interdisciplinary collaboration. The candidate will have the ability to deliver a range of modules in these areas, in particular within our thriving MA in Arts Management & Creative Producing, and integrate into the dynamic life of the Department of Theatre.

Please note that Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.

For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria, and application process see UCC Vacancy Portal. The University, at its discretion, may undertake to make an additional appointment(s) from this competition following the conclusion of the process.

Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Professor Jools Gilson, Email: jgilson@ucc.ie

For further information on the Department – Department of Theatre

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university which actively recruits, supports, and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under our UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028.

UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advancing equality in higher education. We value diversity and celebrate, support, and thrive on the contributions of all our employees and the communities they represent.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from everybody, regardless of:

  • Age

  • Care-giving status

  • Disability

  • Ethnicity

  • Gender and/or gender identity or expression status

  • Nationality

  • Marital status / civil partnership

  • Pregnancy and maternity

  • Race

  • Religion / creed

  • Sexual orientation

We are committed to supporting all staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. We value the enrichment that comes from a diverse community and seek to promote equality, prevent discrimination, and protect the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. We encourage applicants to consult our Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about our EDI related initiatives.

Salary

Appointment may be made on the Lecturer (Below the Bar) Salary Scale:

  • Scale B: €42,102 - €72,452

  • Scale A: €44,169 - €68,942

Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.

Recruitment Process

We encourage you to reach out directly should you require assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process.

Please note interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person in the first instance. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if an interview takes place online. Candidates will be notified as appropriate.

Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal. Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job title.

Candidates should apply in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Tuesday, 31st March 2026. No late applications will be accepted.

UNIVERSITY COLLEGE CORK IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.

Contact Information

  • Contact Person: Jools Gilson

  • Email: jgilson@ucc.ie

  • Job ID: 092585

  • Close Date: 30-Mar-2026 12:00

Documents

  • Candidate Brief – 4293.4 KB

  • Guide for UCC Applicants – 926 KB

  • Guide For External Applicants – 1672.6 KB

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