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Post Summary
Applications are invited for the above post, which will support the undergraduate medical education programme at the partner teaching hospitals (St James’s Hospital/Tallaght University Hospital/The Coombe Hospital) in 2026-2027. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to gain experience and skills in medical education particularly small and large group teaching, workplace-based teaching, written and clinical assessment including standard setting.
There is an expectation that the post holder will undertake a postgraduate qualification or degree (MSc, MD, or PhD) in medical education, or a clinical research area supported by the Discipline of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
The post is particularly suitable for a postgraduate trainee in Obstetrics & Gynaecology planning an out-of-programme experience as part of higher specialist training. However, non-consultant hospital doctors at an earlier stage of training who wish to gain experience and skills in medical education will be considered for the post. The successful applicant will also engage in research and clinical activities but will be expected to spend at least half of their time contributing to the teaching programme.
Post status: Specific Purpose Contract - This position is offered on a temporary basis to cover an Lecturer Registrar vacancy during a period of maternity leave. The role is not permanent, as the substantive postholder is expected to return.
This role is designated as a specifically designed training position for medical doctors. The nature of the role is intended to provide structured learning and development within a defined period, after which the employee is expected to progress to the next stage of their career. As such, the role is not intended for long-term employment beyond the duration of the training program. The post is not being offered on a permanent basis as the training program is finite.
This appointment will be made on the HSE Registrar scale €70,276 - €82,756 per annum scale or HSE Specialist Registrar scale €78,786 - €98,091 per annum in line with current public pay policy.
Hours of Post for academic staff are those as prescribed under Public Service Agreements. For
