Lecturer in Education

University College Cork (UCC)

• Permanent Whole Time Post

UCC wishes to appoint an experienced academic to the role of Lecturer (Below the Bar) in Education. The post requires expertise in education leadership as well as the potential to teach across programmes within the School of Education.

Reporting to the Head of School, the appointee will be expected to contribute to teaching, assessment, school placement, and programme development and administration at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. They will also be expected to engage in research and scholarly activity relevant to the discipline of Education and to supervise research.

The role involves:

• Lecturing in education leadership
• Supporting school placement needs
• Supporting postgraduate studies
• Undertaking research
• Building and sustaining community links in the education field
• Contributing to UCC academic life

The successful candidate will hold (or be near completion of) a doctorate in Education and demonstrate a broad understanding of the Irish education sector. Evidence of research expertise appropriate to the post and contributions to the broader field of education is also required.

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and innovative School of Education delivering undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supported by a vibrant research culture.

Please note: 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 https://ore.ucc.ie/. The University may, at its discretion, make additional appointments from this competition following the conclusion of the process.

Informal enquiries:
Prof Nicola Ingram, Head of School
Email: NIngram@ucc.ie

School of Education information: https://www.ucc.ie/en/education/

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

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

UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of its commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University values diversity, celebrates contributions of all employees, and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Applications are encouraged from all, regardless of age, caregiving status, disability, ethnicity, gender or gender identity/expression, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, or sexual orientation.

UCC supports staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. The University promotes equality, prevents discrimination, and protects human rights in line with equality legislation. Applicants are encouraged to consult the Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about EDI initiatives.

Salary

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

• Scale B: €42,602 – €73,177
• Scale A: €44,669 – €69,631

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

Additional Notes

• Assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process is available.
• Interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if the initial interview is online.
• Applications must be submitted online via the UCC vacancy portal: https://ore.ucc.ie/. Queries relating to the online application process should be sent to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job title.
• Application deadline: 12 noon (Irish Local Time), Tuesday, 19th May 2026. No late applications will be accepted.

Note: Appointment is dependent on University approval and compliance with the employment control framework for the higher education sector.

Contact Person: Prof Nicola Ingram
Email: NIngram@ucc.ie
Job ID: 092580
Close Date: 19-May-2026, 12:00

UCC Application Guides & Candidate Briefs:

• Guide for UCC Applicants (926 KB)
• Guide for External Applicants (741.4 KB)
• Candidate Brief (2902.7 KB)