Lecturer in Façade Engineering (Civil Engineering). 1FTE, Permanent

Applications are invited for an appointment as Techrete Lecturer in Façade Engineering at University of Galway.  

University of Galway seeks to appoint an outstanding individual with established expertise to capitalise upon and strengthen University of Galway’s international position in climate-neutral and smart cities, one of the five missions of Horizon Europe. This specific role will contribute to the University’s leadership in façade engineering and deliver upon our commitment to supporting the just transition to a low carbon future. This role is supported as part of an exciting partnership between Techrete, University of Galway School of Engineering and Construct Innovate Centre.  

Techrete design, manufacture and supply precast concrete facades and are partnering with University of Galway in the development of innovative and sustainable building facade systems. 

There are many exciting opportunities to foster the application of disruptive and smart technologies to enhance sustainability of infrastructure and buildings including (i) development of novel façade systems, (ii) reuse and refurbishment of existing facades that minimise embodied carbon, (iii) provision of low-energy healthy buildings for occupants, and (iv) development of buildings that generate and store clean energy themselves. Such research will contribute significantly towards the mission of climate-neutral and smart cities. These provide the opportunity for multidisciplinary research approaches, for example the application of concrete facades as supercapacitors to store energy for use in the buildings or opportunities to integrate biological systems found in nature into facades (biofacades).  

The successful candidate will make significant contributions to teaching, research, student project supervision, and programme administration across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Civil Engineering and the School of Engineering. In recent years, the School of Engineering at University of Galway have developed a suite of postgraduate courses and micro-credentials in civil engineering and construction innovation, equipping learners with key knowledge and skills in civil and environmental engineering, digital adoption, sustainability in the built environment and modern methods of construction.  

It is expected that the appointee will develop an outstanding research programme, working with colleagues across the relevant academic disciplines and research institutes. Civil Engineering, has active clusters in construction, environmental engineering, structural engineering, offshore engineering, transport, geotechnical engineering etc. Of particular relevance will be Construct Innovate, Ireland’s national research centre for construction technology and innovation, which collaborates with over 90 construction companies and is led by academic staff from the School of Engineering at University of Galway and Ryan Institute which focuses on sustainability research and innovation. The successful candidate will be expected to apply for major funding awards, for example from the European Research Council (ERC), Research Ireland and Horizon Europe, and will develop national and international collaborations with academia and industry. The new appointee will be expected to disseminate their work through high quality peer-reviewed journals, high-impact conferences, and workshops.  and Horizon Europe, and will develop national and international collaborations with academia and industry. The new appointee will be expected to disseminate their work through high quality peer-reviewed journals, high-impact conferences, and workshops.  

The successful candidate shall possess: 

• A Primary degree and a PhD qualification in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or a closely related engineering disciplines 
• An appropriate portfolio of peer-reviewed publications 
• Evidence of developing new and innovative research programmes, collaboration with established research centres and a vision for developing new research activity  
• A background in the application of sustainable design thinking, digital technologies and innovation in engineering  
• An ability to deliver modules that showcase innovative approaches to the design and implementation of sustainable engineering facades, construction and construction technology, structural engineering and related areas 
• A strong commitment to contribute directly to postgraduate taught programmes, including the development of new postgraduate taught programmes.  
• Evidence of excellent communication and teamwork skills, and an ability and commitment to develop collaborative relationships with other academic staff in the pursuit of teaching and research objectives of University of Galway 
• A history of working with the Engineering (and closely related) industry, particularly in delivering the goals of the School of Engineering across teaching and research 

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Magdalena Hajdukiewicz, Assistant Professor School of Engineering, Co-Director Construct Innovate Email Magdalena.hajdukiewicz@universityofgalway.ie  OR Prof. Jamie Goggins, Established Professor School of Engineering, Co-Director Construct Innovate, Email jamie.goggins@universityofgalway.ie  

Additional information on the School/Discipline/College is available at https://www.universityofgalway.ie/engineering/ and the Discipline is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/engineering/civil-engineering/.   

Salary: €63,624 to €101,498 p.a (applicable to new entrants effective from January, 2011) 

This appointment will be made on the Associate Professor/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 26th June 2025.  It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. 

The full-time hours of work for academic staff are 39 hours per week.

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 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.