Applications are invited for the following position:
Title of Post: Assistant Professor of Education (Technology Education) – Permanent Position
JOB SYNOPSIS
Are you seeking an academic career in an inspiring and cohesive School of Education that delivers excellence in research, teaching and societal impact, then the new permanent Assistant Professor of Education (Technology of Education) position should be of interest to you. UL’s School of Education provides programmes for various education professionals including teachers, school leaders, guidance counsellors, researchers and policy makers. The school is Ireland’s largest provider of post-primary initial teacher education as well as a leader in teacher upskilling providing programmes for aspiring primary and post-primary school leaders as well as programmes for both out of field mathematics and politics and society teachers. The academic home to over 2400 students and delivered by a team that has expertise in a range of distinctive disciplines, we offer programmes spanning all levels of education from undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate diplomas/master’s and PhD studies. Programmes are offered on campus and at a variety of locations across Ireland and online. Complementing these programmes of education is a vibrant research agenda, focused on examining key education issues in local, national, European and global contexts. The School of Education’s research specialisms, based on an excellent track record spanning publications, projects, funding and doctoral student completions, are in: (i) teaching and teacher education, (ii) STEM education, (iii) educational leadership and (iv) inclusion, diversity and well-being.
Faculty of Education & Health Sciences
School of Education
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary Scale: €48,955 - €66,556 p.a.
University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.
Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:
Professor Donal Canty
Deputy Head
School of Education
University of Limerick
Email: [email protected]
The closing date for receipt of applications is Thursday, 11th June 2026
Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.
Please note your application must include:
A letter of introduction and a current CV indicating how you meet the criteria outlined in the Job description.
A completed online application form.
Please email [email protected] if you experience any difficulties
Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.
Further information for applicants and application material is available online from: University of Limerick Vacancies
Many thanks for your interest in this role.
