Druid Lecturer-in-residence , 0.5 FTE, Specific Purpose Contract, Contract Type A

Under the terms of the partnership between University of Galway and Druid, the university wishes to invite applications for a 'Druid Lecturer-in-Residence,' who will participate in the development of drama, theatre and performance at University of Galway while facilitating the operation and development of the Druid partnership. 

The post is part-time (0.5 FTE) runs for the entire calendar year (January-December inclusive). and is being offered as a specific purpose contract and will terminate by reason of the expiry of its specific purpose. It is anticipated that the duration of this assignment will be circa 52 months. 

 The successful candidate will teach classes at undergraduate and postgraduate level as well as organise the annual Druid Academy series of talks and events and student internships with Druid.  

The successful candidate will need to be present at University of Galway for 2.5 days per week during the teaching semester and at other times during the year as appropriate. 

Drama and Theatre Studies, established at the University of Galway in 2014, offers a four-year undergraduate BA in Drama, Theatre and Performance that integrates both practical and theoretical approaches. The discipline also delivers MA programmes and a structured PhD, while contributing to teaching across English, Music, and other related subjects. It is housed in the O’Donoghue Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance, centrally located on the Galway campus. The university is home to one of the world’s most significant archival collections in Irish theatre and maintains formal partnerships with major cultural institutions, including Druid Theatre, the Abbey Theatre, and the Galway International Arts Festival.  

The ideal candidate will have university-level teaching experience, or demonstrable ability to deliver excellent university-level teaching, in at least two of the following core areas: directing, acting, devising, creative producing, playwriting, theatre history, performance analysis.  

• Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant field, A PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field  

OR 

• A professional qualification in the area of proposed appointment, or evidence of significant contribution to theatre practice; plus 
• A minimum of two years of third-level teaching experience (in at least two of the following core programme areas: acting, directing, devising, creative producing, playwriting and screenwriting, theatre history, performance analysis) or a relevant teaching qualification; plus 
• A minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional experience (the third-level teaching experience will be counted towards the total 5 years “relevant professional experience”). 

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Ian Walsh (ian.walsh@universityofgalway.ie and +353 (0)91 493233). 

Additional information on the Discipline of Drama and Theatre Studies is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/drama/ .  

Additional information about Druid is available at: 

https://www.druid.ie 

Additional information about the School of English, Media, and Creative Arts is available at: 

https://www.universityofgalway.ie/colleges-and-schools/arts-social-sciences-and-celtic-studies/english-media-creative-arts/   

Strategic Plan: You can read the strategic plan at: Strategy | Straitéis 2025-30 - University of Galway 

Salary:  

€64,903 - €103,538 pro rata 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 the 4th June 2026 at 5pm (Irish Time) on It will not be possible to consider applications received after the closing date. 

Garda vetting may apply.  

Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.  

Further details are available at www.dbei.ie 

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) 

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.