Lecturer in Bioinformatics, Specific Purpose Contract, 1FTE, Contract Type B, 010999

Applications are invited for appointment as a Lecturer (Type B) in Bioinformatics within the School of Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of Galway.

The University of Galway is a publicly funded university, one of the top three universities in Ireland, and is in the top 1% of universities in the world according to QS rankings. The University has earned international recognition as a research-led university with a commitment to highest-quality teaching and research and plays a leading role in Bioinformatics and Genomics Data Science nationally, including as the lead institution of the Research Ireland Centre for Research Training (CRT) in Genomics Data Science. The University’s commitment to and strong track record in bioinformatics and genomics research has translated into high-quality, research-led teaching programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate level.

The Discipline of Bioinformatics has particular research strengths in the development and application of novel statistical and computational methods to analyse high throughput biological data generated using a wide range of technologies, as well as in the specific areas of cancer multi-omics, complex disease genomics, pathogen genomics, and molecular evolution.  

We are seeking to recruit a talented Lecturer in Bioinformatics  for a Specific Purpose Contract, comprising teaching, research, and service. Applicants with research interests in any area of Bioinformatics or Computational Biology are invited to apply.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and supervision at all levels, and should have an excellent track record in research and scholarship in Bioinformatics. They will demonstrate an interest in participating in academic administration, and engagement with industry and wider society regionally, nationally, and internationally.  

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Pilib Ó Broin, School of Mathematical & Statistical Sciences, Email: pilib.obroin@universityofgalway.ie  

Additional information on the School can be found at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/science-engineering/school-of-maths/

Salary: €63,624 to €101,498 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 1st May 2025. 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

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.