The Department of Sport, Leisure & Childhood Studies (SLCS) at MTU, Bishopstown, Cork delivers a range of Undergraduate and Taught Postgraduate programmes. The Undergraduate Education suite of programmes comprises the (i) BEd (Hons) in Early Childhood Education & Care and (ii) BEd (Hons) in Montessori Education programmes. In addition, the Dept. offers a range of Health-Exercise-Sports programmes; namely, the (iii) BSc (Hons) in Coaching Science & Sports Pedagogy, (iv) BBus (Hons) in Sport & Exercise Management, and (v) BBus in Recreation & Leisure Management preogrammes. The department also delivers a (vi) MSc in Health & Wellbeing programme (part-time, online), with a further (vii) MSc in Skill Acquisition for Sport coming on-stream in September 2025. With the recent accreditation of the BEd (Hons) in Early Childhood Education & Care (4-Year ab initio programme), we are seeking a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and ambitious candidate to support the management and delivery of this new programme, in addition to supporting the planning, preparation, implementation and evaluation of the comprehensive Professional Placement Programme that is embedded across the 4 years. In addition to the fundamental teaching responsibilities associated with this role, there will be opportunities to contribute to the research supervision responsibilities at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. 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. The performance of these duties will require attendance in addition to class contact hours during the normal working week. 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 the area of Early Childhood Education & Care, Montessori Education, or cognate discipline, or taken in the final degree examination. 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. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend for interview. A short presentation will be required evidencing the candidates appropriateness for the role. 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 offered 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. Applications will not be accepted in any other format or through any other channel of communication. Please log on to apply for this position and for more information about the role.. 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 Wednesday, 30 April 2025. MTU is an equal opportunities employer. Skills: Relevant Qualifications Relevant Industry Experience Third Level lecturing experience