Assistant Professor / Lecturer in Computer Science
Join Maynooth University to contribute to teaching and research across both the Department of Computer Science and the International Engineering College.
Best for:Best for academics with a strong track record in teaching and research looking for a split-location faculty role.
Overview
Maynooth University is seeking a dedicated academic to join the Department of Computer Science and the International Engineering College. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate levels while supervising Master’s and PhD students. Beyond teaching, the appointee is expected to cultivate a robust research profile, contribute to university research institutes, and produce internationally recognized scholarly publications. The role involves a split-location arrangement, requiring time at both the International Engineering College and the Maynooth University campus.
What you'll do
- Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate computer science curricula.
- Supervise Master’s and PhD students in their research projects.
- Develop and sustain an active, high-impact research profile aligned with university strategy.
- Collaborate with colleagues on national and international research initiatives.
- Affiliate with relevant university research institutes to foster interdisciplinary work.
- Produce scholarly publications of international standard.
- Participate in administrative and departmental duties as required.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field
Language: English proficiency is required for teaching and research activities.
Instruction: English
Publications: A record of publication appropriate to the career stage.
- Proven record of excellence in teaching at the university level.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish high-quality academic research.
- Experience in supervising postgraduate research students.
- Ability to work effectively in a split-location academic environment.
- Must be eligible to work in Ireland.
- Must meet the criteria for the Assistant Professor/Lecturer or Assistant Lecturer salary scales.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-05 (Europe/Dublin)
Applications must be submitted through the official university portal before the specified deadline. Ensure all required documentation is complete, as incomplete applications will be automatically cancelled by the system.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
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