Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer in Psychology (Applied Behaviour Analysis) Contract Type A, at the School of Psychology at 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.
Responsibilities
Deliver teaching in the MSc in Applied Behaviour Analysis and Structured PhD in Applied Behaviour Analysis.
Supervise research students.
Contribute to programme leadership and administrative functions in the School.
Lead and develop learning and teaching activities for MSc & PhD programmes.
Qualifications and Requirements
PhD (or equivalent) in Applied Behaviour Analysis or a related field.
Board certified behaviour analyst (BCBA) or eligible to obtain certification.
Chartered Behavioural Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland or BCBA.
Experience in authoring peer‑reviewed research publications in Psychology.
Research interests aligning with the School’s specialisms in Brain & Behaviour and Health & Wellbeing.
Ability to supervise PhD and MSc students.
Salary
€64,903 to €103,538 per annum (effective from January 2011).
Application Details
Closing date for receipt of applications is 17:00 Irish Time on Friday 10th July 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place on 25th August 2026.
Garda vetting is applicable to this post.
Appointments will be conditional on work authorisation validation.
Further details are available at www.dbei.ie.
Equal Opportunities
University of Galway is an equal opportunities employer.
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