Lecturer in Mythology

University College Cork (UCC)

• 1 x Permanent Whole Time Post
• 1 x Fixed Term Whole Time Post (duration to 30 June 2028)

UCC wishes to appoint two experienced academics to the roles of lecturer in Irish Mythology & Folklore. Reporting to the Head of School, the successful candidates appointed shall serve as Programme Director (permanent post) and support to the Programme Director (fixed-term post) of the MA in Irish Mythology and Folklore. Responsibilities include teaching and examining, undertaking administrative duties, carrying out other responsibilities appropriate to the role, and supervising dissertations across the programme.

Please note: Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.

For an information package including full details of the post, selection criteria, and application process, see https://ore.ucc.ie/. The University may, at its discretion, make additional appointments from this competition following the conclusion of the process.

Informal enquiries:
Dr Caitríona Ó Dochartaigh
Tel: 021 490 3357
Email: c.odochartaigh@ucc.ie

Programme information: https://www.ucc.ie/en/maimf/

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)

UCC is committed to being a fully inclusive global university that actively recruits, supports, and retains colleagues from all sectors of society. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under the UCC Strategic Plan 2023-2028.

UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of its commitment to advancing equality in higher education. The University values diversity, celebrates the contributions of all employees, and is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Applications are encouraged from all, regardless of age, caregiving status, disability, ethnicity, gender or gender identity/expression, nationality, marital status/civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion/creed, or sexual orientation.

UCC supports staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, training and development, and staff networks. The University promotes equality, prevents discrimination, and protects the human rights of each individual in line with equality legislation. Applicants are encouraged to consult the Dignity and Respect Policy and learn more about EDI initiatives.

Salary

Appointment may be made on the Lecturer (Below the Bar) Salary Scale:

• Scale B: €42,602 - €73,177
• Scale A: €44,669 - €69,631

Salary placement on appointment will be in accordance with public sector pay policy.

Additional Notes

• Assistance or reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process is available.
• Interviews will be conducted either online via Microsoft Teams or in person. Candidates may also be required to attend interviews in person if the initial interview is online.
• Applications must be submitted online via the UCC vacancy portal: https://ore.ucc.ie/. Queries relating to the online application process should be sent to recruitment@ucc.ie, quoting the job title.
• Application deadline: 12 noon (Irish Local Time), Tuesday, 5th May 2026. No late applications will be accepted.

Note: Appointment is dependent on University approval and compliance with the employment control framework for the higher education sector.

Irish Language Version (Summary)

Léachtaí le Miotaseolaíocht agus Béaloideas na hÉireann

• 1 x Post Buan, Lánaimseartha
• 1 x Post ar Théarma Seasta (2 Bhliain), Lánaimseartha

Déanfar ceapacháin i Roinn na Sean- agus Meán-Ghaeilge agus i Roinn an Bhéaloidis. Beidh iarrthóirí freagrach, ag tuairisciú chuig an gCeann Scoile, mar Stiúrthóir Cláir (post buan) agus mar tacaí don Stiúrthóir Cláir (post ar théarma seasta), ag teagasc, scrúdú, obair riaracháin agus maoirsiú tráchtaí san MA i Miotaseolaíocht agus Béaloideas na hÉireann.

Grinnfhiosrúchán an Gharda Síochána agus/nó idirnáisiúnta póilíneachta is féidir a bheith mar chuid den phróiseas roghnúcháin.

Contact Person: Dr Caitríona Ó Dochartaigh
Email: codochartaigh@ucc.ie
Job ID: 094954
Close Date: 05-May-2026, 12:00

UCC Application Guides & Candidate Briefs:

• Guide for UCC Applicants (926 KB)
• Guide For External Applicants (741.4 KB)
• Candidate Brief (2881.1 KB)

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