The Sport, Leisure & Childhood Studies (SLCS) Department was established in 2013 to meet the demands of the rapidly developing sectors of Health-Exercise-Sport (HEX-SPO) and Early Childhood Education & Care/Montessori Education in a more streamlined and progressive manner.
Core Department activities have focused on the strategic development and enhancement of existing undergraduate programmes in (i) the Sports Domain, such as the BSc (Hons) in Coaching Science & Sports Pedagogy, the BBus (Hons) in Sport & Exercise Management, and the BBus in Recreation & Leisure Management, as well as (ii) the Education Domain, with programmes such as the BEd (Hons) in Early Childhood Education & Care and the BEd (Hons) in Montessori Education.
The SLCS Dept.
also delivers an MSc in Health & Wellbeing programme (part-time, online), with a further MSc in Skill Acquisition for Sport coming on-stream in September 2025.
In addition, an ongoing objective of the SLCS Department has been to embed an inherent research culture within all academic activities, from undergraduate level through to postgraduate study options at both Level 9 and 10 in the domains of Health, Exercise & Sport and Early Childhood & Montessori Education.
The former is driven by the HEX-SPO Research Group, which currently supports 20 registered MSc and PhD students and 1 Senior Researcher, focusing on areas such as Physical Education & Sports Pedagogy, Coaching Science, Skill Acquisition, Physical Activity & Nutrition, and Health Promotion.
Due to the ongoing expansion of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, the SLCS Dept.
are seeking a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and ambitious candidate as part of the team to support these programmes.
Duties of the Post: The Assistant Lecturer 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 630 hours per annum including supervision of post-graduate students where appropriate, (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, (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 as appropriate, (h) Participating in the development, implementation and maintenance of academic quality assurance arrangements, (i) Participating in appropriate activities necessary to the development of their department/school and of the University, (j) Directing and supervising the work of Tutor/Demonstrator and taking academic responsibility for the academic standards of this work.
When an Assistant Lecturer is supervising a Tutor/Demonstrator a reduction in teaching hours will be applied on the basis of a one-hour reduction per three hours demonstration/tutorials supervised.
Qualification Requirements and Selection Criteria 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 Athletic Development/Strength & Conditioning.
OR A Level 8 Honours Primary Degree (second class or higher) from a recognised degree awarding authority, majoring in degree level studies in Sports Science or cognate discipline.
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: Relevant industry experience; Third-level lecturing experience; Supervision of under or postgraduate research projects.
Desirable: Evidenced specialism in the theory and application of Athletic Development, and delivery of same, in third level education settings.
Formal Strength & Conditioning/Coaching qualifications (e.g.
UKSCA, CSCS, etc.)
A doctoral degree (Level 10 NFQ) in either Athletic Development/Strength & Conditioning, or in a related discipline.
Track record as an independent and team researcher in the field of Athletic Development, or in related disciplines.
Experience of working in applied sports performance environments, specialising in Athletic Development, supported by an ability to nurture communities of practice and sustainable university-sports organisation partnerships.
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 offer 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 eRecruitment system only.
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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 Friday, 1 8 Ju l y 2025.
MTU is an equal opportunities employer.
Skills: Relevant Qualifications Relevant Industry Experience Third Level Lecturing Experience