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POSITION: Lecturer below the bar in Psychology
Contract Type: 5 year contract, Start: 01/08/2012, Finish: 31/07/2017
Salary scale: €41,498 - €51,722 p.a. (Less 10% and 1st point, for new entrants to the Public Sector)
BACKGROUND: The University of Limerick (UL) with over 11,500 students and 1,300 staff is an energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education, research and scholarship. The dynamic, entrepreneurial and pioneering values which drive UL’s mission and strategy ensures that we capitalise on local, national and international engagement and connectivity. We are renowned for providing an outstanding student experience and conducting leading edge research. Our commitment is to make a difference by shaping the future through educating and empowering our students. UL is situated on a superb riverside campus of over 130 hectares with the River Shannon as a unifying focal point. Outstanding recreational, cultural and sporting facilities further enhance this exceptional learning and research environment.
QUALIFICATIONS: Primary degree in psychology. PhD is required.
OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB: The successful candidate is expected to:
• Teach at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Conduct research and publish in high quality academic peer reviewed journals.
• Attract external research funding to support research in psychology.
• Undertake administrative tasks associated with an academic position.
DESCRIPTION:
Essential Qualifications, Skills and Experience
The successful candidate must have:
• Undergraduate degree in psychology.
• PhD is required.
• Excellent research potential in terms of high quality publications in scientific journals and potential for securing research funding.
• A publication record appropriate to the stage of career and experience and skills in teaching in psychology.
• The ability to teach and supervise students in both the undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum in psychology.
Desirable Qualifications, Skills and Experience
Preference may be given to applicants who:
• Can consolidate and augment the teaching, supervisory, and research profile of the Department of Psychology. That is, we especially welcome applications of candidates who can contribute to teaching and research in two or more of the following areas: clinical psychology, political psychology, attitudes and communication. Expertise in research methods (e.g., psychometrics, qualitative methods) would be beneficial.
• Can demonstrate good teamwork and administrative skills.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from:
http://www.ul.ie/hrvacancies/
The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 8th June 2012. Applications must be completed online before 12 noon GMT on the closing date. Please email erecruitment@ul.ie if you experience any difficulties. Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to: Dr Eric R. Igou Head of Department, Psychology University of Limerick Email: eric.igou@ul.ie
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