Assistant Professor / Lecturer in Music Technology
Join Maynooth University to lead research and teaching in computational music, interactive systems, and audio production.
Best for:Best for music technologists with a strong research record in interactive systems and a passion for teaching audio production.
Overview
Maynooth University is seeking a dedicated academic to join the Department of Music as an Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Music Technology. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of the department's undergraduate and postgraduate curricula while maintaining an active research profile. Responsibilities include teaching core studio and audio-production techniques, supervising MA and PhD students, and engaging in high-quality scholarly research. Applicants should possess substantive technical expertise in areas such as interactive music systems, real-time signal processing, or spatial audio. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of music technology education within a vibrant research-intensive environment.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate curricula in music technology.
- Supervise MA and PhD students in relevant research areas.
- Teach core studio and audio-production techniques, including recording, microphone techniques, and mixing.
- Conduct and publish high-quality research of international standard.
- Contribute to the university's research strategy and affiliate with relevant research institutes.
- Collaborate with national and international colleagues on research projects.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Music Technology or a closely related field
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Record of publication demonstrating international standard.
- Proven record of teaching, research, and publication appropriate to career stage.
- Substantive technical expertise in computational or interactive music technologies.
- Proficiency in DAW-based workflows and studio production techniques.
- Experience in real-time signal processing or embedded systems audio programming.
- Must be eligible to work in Ireland.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-14 (Europe/Dublin)
Applications must be submitted through the official university portal by the specified closing date and time. Ensure all required documentation is complete before submission, as incomplete applications will be automatically cancelled by the system.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
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