Posted 30 June, 2026
Lecturer in Psychology, Full-Time, Permanent, Contract Type B, 011801
University Vacancies Ireland
Galway, Galway, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 1740413375
Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer in Psychology (type B, full-time, permanent) at the School of Psychology, University of Galway.
The School of Psychology offers internationally excellent programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level. These include the BSc in Psychology denominated programme and a Higher Diploma in Psychology, both accredited with the Psychological Society of Ireland. The School contributes the Psychological Studies subject in the BA programme offered by the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Celtic Studies. The School offers five taught postgraduate programmes at MSc or doctoral level which are oriented toward professional preparation, and a vibrant PhD research programme. We are now looking to recruit an outstanding colleague to join our team.
We are seeking an excellent candidate, with relevant experience to contribute to teaching, research and research supervision in the key thematic area of Health and Wellbeing/Health Psychology. The School of Psychology is a national hub and internationally recognised centre of excellence for research and training in the area of Health and Wellbeing. Health Psychology is a unique strength of the School; we offer an MSc in Health Psychology (one of the first such programmes in the world, established in 1994), as well as two PhD programmes in Health Psychology. Health Psychology is also delivered as a component of our undergraduate programmes.
The lecturer will contribute teaching in the School through the undergraduate programmes and the MSc in Health Psychology Programme. They will be expected to contribute to the delivery of learning and teaching, research supervision, and to contribute to programme leadership and administrative functions in the School. The successful candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral award in an area of Psychology. They will be actively engaged in research with an appropriate level of research networking and experience of developing research funding proposals appropriate to their level of experience. The successful candidate will have internationally excellent research publications commensurate with the level of the post, and an ambitious research and grant-application agenda.
For informal enquiries, please contact Prof Molly Byrne, Head, School of Psychology, email [email protected] .
Additional information on the School is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/psychology/
Information on the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies Strategic Plan is available at:
https://www.universityofgalway.ie/colleges-and-schools/arts-social-sciences-and-celtic-studies/strategy2125/
Information on the University's Strategic Plan is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/strategy2030/
Salary: €64,903 to €103538 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 17:00 (Irish Time) on 10th July 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. Please note interviews are planned for the 19th August 2026.
Garda vetting may apply.
Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.
Further details are available at www.dbei.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.
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.
Application Instructions
For more information and Application Form please see website:
Jobs - University of Galway Applications should be submitted online.
Please see further information on how to apply here: E-Recruit - University of Galway and Guidelines for On-line Applications (universityofgalway.ie)
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The School of Psychology offers internationally excellent programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level. These include the BSc in Psychology denominated programme and a Higher Diploma in Psychology, both accredited with the Psychological Society of Ireland. The School contributes the Psychological Studies subject in the BA programme offered by the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Celtic Studies. The School offers five taught postgraduate programmes at MSc or doctoral level which are oriented toward professional preparation, and a vibrant PhD research programme. We are now looking to recruit an outstanding colleague to join our team.
We are seeking an excellent candidate, with relevant experience to contribute to teaching, research and research supervision in the key thematic area of Health and Wellbeing/Health Psychology. The School of Psychology is a national hub and internationally recognised centre of excellence for research and training in the area of Health and Wellbeing. Health Psychology is a unique strength of the School; we offer an MSc in Health Psychology (one of the first such programmes in the world, established in 1994), as well as two PhD programmes in Health Psychology. Health Psychology is also delivered as a component of our undergraduate programmes.
The lecturer will contribute teaching in the School through the undergraduate programmes and the MSc in Health Psychology Programme. They will be expected to contribute to the delivery of learning and teaching, research supervision, and to contribute to programme leadership and administrative functions in the School. The successful candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral award in an area of Psychology. They will be actively engaged in research with an appropriate level of research networking and experience of developing research funding proposals appropriate to their level of experience. The successful candidate will have internationally excellent research publications commensurate with the level of the post, and an ambitious research and grant-application agenda.
For informal enquiries, please contact Prof Molly Byrne, Head, School of Psychology, email [email protected] .
Additional information on the School is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/psychology/
Information on the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies Strategic Plan is available at:
https://www.universityofgalway.ie/colleges-and-schools/arts-social-sciences-and-celtic-studies/strategy2125/
Information on the University's Strategic Plan is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/strategy2030/
Salary: €64,903 to €103538 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 17:00 (Irish Time) on 10th July 2026. It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. Please note interviews are planned for the 19th August 2026.
Garda vetting may apply.
Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.
Further details are available at www.dbei.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.
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.
Application Instructions
For more information and Application Form please see website:
Jobs - University of Galway Applications should be submitted online.
Please see further information on how to apply here: E-Recruit - University of Galway and Guidelines for On-line Applications (universityofgalway.ie)
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