The Sport, Leisure & Childhood Studies (SLCS) Department was established in 2013 to meet the demands of the rapidly developing sectors of Health, Exercise, & Sport Science (HEX-SPO) and Early Childhood Education & Care/Montessori Education in a more streamlined and progressive manner.
With specific regard to the HEX-SPO Domain, core department activities have focused on the strategic development and enhancement of existing (i) undergraduate (i.e., BSc.
(Hons) in Coaching Science & Sports Pedagogy, BBus (Hons) in Sport & Exercise Management, BBus in Recreation & Leisure Management), and (ii) taught postgraduate (i.e., MSc in Skill Acquisition for Sport, MSc in Health & Wellbeing) programmes.
With the increasing growth, development, and expansion of both undergraduate and postgraduate programme offerings, in addition to the exponential growth of postgraduate and externally funded projects, the SLCS Dept.
are seeking a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and ambitious candidate to lead the Sport & Exercise Physiology components of all programmes, in addition to the fundamental teaching and research supervision responsibilities required at both undergraduates and postgraduate levels.
Duties of the Post: The Lecturer Career Grade will play an active role in the academic direction of courses including teaching, research, academic assessment and academic administration.
The appointee should carry out such duties as are assigned by management including but not limited to: (a) Teaching such assigned classes as deemed appropriate by management of the Munster Technological University (herein after, the University), day or evening, up to 560 hours per annum including supervision of post-graduate students.
(b) Carrying out assessment, monitoring and evaluation of examinations work, and providing an academic and consultative support to students in their learning activities.
(c) Providing academic input on existing and new courses and course development and course co-ordination.
(d) Engaging in research, consultancy and development work as appropriate.
(e) Participating in committees appropriate to courses and meetings convened by management.
(f) Maintaining appropriate records and making available information as required by management.
(g) Engaging in promotion including student recruitment.
(h) Promoting scholarship.
(i) Participating in the development, implementation and maintenance of academic quality assurance arrangements.
(j) Participating in appropriate activities necessary to the development of their department/school and of the University.
(k) Directing and supervising the work of Tutor/Demonstrator and taking academic responsibility for the academic standards of this work.
The performance of these duties will require attendance in addition to class contact hours during the normal working week.
Teaching Hours: For the Lecturer level, the post is full-time requiring a maximum of 560 class contact hours per annum, with a norm of 16 class contact hours per week, which may be varied from 14 to 18 in consultation with the Lecturer.
A weighting of hours to apply to hours worked after 6.00 p.m.
The weighting to be 1.25.
When a Lecturer is supervising a Tutor/Demonstrator, a reduction in teaching hours will be applied on the basis of one-hour reduction per three hours demonstrator/tutorials supervised.
The appointee shall carry out the lawful instructions of the President (or authorised Officer) and comply with the requirements and regulations of the Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science.
Qualification Requirements for role: Essential: A Level 8 Honours Primary Degree (second class or higher) from a recognised degree awarding authority, majoring in degree level studies in Sport Science, or a cognate discipline and a Level 9 Masters Degree in Sport and/or Exercise Physiology OR A Level 8 Honours Primary Degree (second class or higher) from a recognised degree awarding authority, majoring in degree level studies in Physiology, in addition to a Postgraduate Degree (Level 9 or 10) from a recognised degree awarding authority in Sport and/or Exercise Physiology AND/OR An equivalent relevant professional qualification obtained through examination.
AND Not less than three years of relevant experience subsequent to obtaining the above qualification.
This may include but is not limited to: Third-level lecturing experience (e.g., evidence of effective teaching in higher education across lecture/laboratory/tutorial environments, commitment to inclusive and student-centred teaching practices).
Relevant industry experience (e.g., experience working with athletes/teams/clinical populations, links with sport organisations and governing bodies, knowledge transfer or impact beyond academia, ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, organisational skills, ability to manage workload.
Supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects supported by a depth of knowledge and experience in research design, data analysis and statistics.
Desirable: A doctoral degree (Level 10 NFQ) in Sport and/or Exercise Physiology.
Evidenced specialism in the theory and application of Sport & Exercise Physiology, and delivery of same, in third level education settings.
Track record as an independent and team researcher in the field of Sport and/or Exercise Physiology, with evidence of success in securing external research funding.
Experience of working in applied sports performance environments, specialising in Sport and/or Exercise Physiology, supported by an ability to nurture communities of practice and sustainable university-sports organisation partnerships.
Remuneration: Salary scale effective 1 February 2026: Lecturer Career Grade: €68,936.00 pa to €106,661.00 per annum.
The rate of remuneration for all appointments may be adjusted from time to time with government policy.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend for interview.
A short presentation will be required evidencing the candidates appropriateness for the role.
Additional Information: A successful candidate will be required to submit a passport, documentary evidence confirming academic qualifications, and to undergo a medical examination.
Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance may also be required.
References will be sought in relation to successful candidate.
MTU welcomes applications from non-EEA citizens.
However, employee permit regulations set by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment must be strictly adhered to.
Any appointment offers to Non-EEA candidates is subject to the granting of a work permit by the Department of Enterprise Trade & Employment or relevant Immigration permissions/stamp.
Candidates may be required to produce documentary evidence to support any statements made by them on their application form or any supporting documentation.
Candidates should note that any inaccurate information will invalidate their application.
Application Process: Applications by MTU e Recruitment system only.
Applications will not be accepted in any other format or through any other channel of communication.
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The information given in this document is of a general information nature only and should not be taken as contractual.
Closing date for receipt of completed applications is 1.00 pm on Tuesday, 5 May 2026.
MTU is an equal opportunities employer.
Skills: Appropriate Qualifications Third level lecturing experience Relevant Industry Experience