Lecturer in History (Irish Economy and Society, 1750-1900)

Applications are invited for an appointment as Lecturer A (Specific-Purpose Contract, 1 FTE) in History (Irish Economy and Society, 1750-1900) at University of Galway. The planned start date for this role will be the 1^st August 2025. This is a specific purpose contract and the expected duration is for circa 6 months.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr. Róísín Healy, Head of Discipline of History, School of History and Philosophy, Email roisin.healy@universityofgalway.ie and +353 (0)91 492551

Additional information on the School and Discipline is available at: https://www.universityofgalway.ie/colleges-and-schools/arts-social-sciences-and-celtic-studies/history-philosophy/

Salary: € 63,624 to € 101,498 pro rata 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 11^th April 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 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.

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