Lecturer in Psychology (Applied Behaviour Analysis) Contract Type A, 1FTE, Permanent, College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies, University of Galway 011075

Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer (permanent 1.0 FTE) in Psychology (Applied Behaviour Analysis) 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 programme that are accredited with the Psychological Society of Ireland. The School contributes the Psychological Studies subject to the BA programme offered by the College of Arts, Social Sciences and Celtic Studies. The School offers four postgraduate programmes at MSc / 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.

The successful candidate 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 focus of their teaching contribution to the School will be our undergraduate BSc programme, bringing to bear an expertise in Applied Behaviour Analysis, with input to the MSc in Applied Behavioural Analysis as appropriate. 

The successful candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent doctoral award in an area of Psychology; have experience in authoring peer-reviewed research publications in the field of Psychology, and research interests in an area of Psychology that complement our existing specialisms clustered around Brain & Behaviour and Health & Wellbeing. 

We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with qualifications in Applied Behaviour Analysis.  We encourage applications from candidates from all gender, racial and ethnic identities.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Pádraig MacNeela, Head, School of Psychology, email padraig.macneela@universityofgalway.ie and tel: +353 (0)91 49 5121

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/strategy2025/

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

Salary: €63,624- €101,498 per annum (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

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.

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: http://www.universityofgalway.ie/about-us/jobs/ 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.