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. A consistent focus has also been placed on the development of knowledge, infrastructure, and strategic partnerships to enhance relationships with industry stakeholders and international partners with respect to student recruitment. Further, these enhanced relationships serve to provide greater opportunities within the student placement element of all department academic programmes. With the increasing growth, development, and expansion of the BSc (Hons) in Coaching Science & Sports Pedagogy programme, the SLCS Dept. are seeking a suitably qualified, highly experienced, and ambitious candidate to support the Physical Education component of this programme, in addition to the fundamental teaching and research supervision responsibilities at both undergraduates 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. (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 and course co-ordination. (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: An Honours (Level 8) Primary Degree (second class or higher) from a recognised degree awarding authority, majoring in degree level studies in Physical Education Teacher Education (PETE). AND/OR An equivalent relevant professional qualification obtained through examination. AND Not less than three years of relevant post qualification experience subsequent to obtaining the above qualifications. 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 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. 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 Not less than 3yrs post qualification experience Experience working in School Placement Programmes