Senior Lecturer in Nutritional Sciences

University College Cork

Location: School of Food & Nutritional Sciences, University College Cork (UCC), Ireland
Position type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: Senior Lecturer Salary Scale:

  • Scale B: €83,910 – €118,893

  • Scale A: €81,033 – €112,948
    (Salary placement according to public sector pay policy)
    Application deadline: 3 February 2026, 12:00 Irish Local Time
    Contact: Professor Aoife Ryan – a.ryan@ucc.ie

Position Overview

UCC seeks a Senior Lecturer in Human Nutrition & Dietetics to contribute to the postgraduate programme in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, while inspiring future dietetics professionals.

The appointee will also:

  • Be an established research scientist with international reputation

  • Have an excellent publication record

  • Support the development of a world-class collaborative postgraduate research programme in dietetics

  • Foster collaboration within the UCC research community

  • Position UCC as an international leader in dietetics education, training, and research

Candidate Profile

Required experience and qualifications:

  • Extensive experience at clinical and academic levels in human nutrition and dietetics

  • Proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching and assessment

  • Strong research record and potential for international collaboration

Desirable attributes:

  • Leadership in programme development

  • Track record of interdisciplinary collaboration

  • Ability to mentor students and junior researchers

Work Environment & Benefits

  • Employment in a prestigious university committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)

  • Benefits include flexible working, pension contribution, meals, sports facilities

  • Access to UCC libraries and training/development opportunities

  • Support for family-friendly policies and staff networks

  • Participation in a transforming, inclusive, and globally connected academic environment

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online via UCC vacancy portal: https://ore.ucc.ie/

Required documents:

  • Full CV

  • Covering letter outlining motivation and relevant experience

  • Names of two referees

Additional notes:

  • Garda vetting or international police clearance may be required

  • Interviews may be conducted online or in person

  • UCC is an equal opportunities employer

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