Lecturer (Above the Bar) in Public Health
Join University College Cork as a Lecturer in Public Health Nursing to drive teaching, research, and programme administration.
Best for:Best for experienced public health nursing professionals and academics with a strong background in community health and higher education teaching.
Overview
University College Cork is seeking a dedicated Lecturer (Above the Bar) in Public Health Nursing within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality teaching, student assessment, and curriculum development at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. In addition to academic instruction, the appointee is expected to actively engage in scholarly research and administrative responsibilities within the school. Candidates will collaborate with academic colleagues and community health partners to advance public health nursing education and practice.
What you'll do
- Contribute to teaching, student assessment, and academic programme development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- Engage in active research within public health nursing and related health disciplines
- Participate in departmental administration and institutional service
- Supervise and mentor student projects and clinical practice placements
- Collaborate with external healthcare stakeholders and community nursing organizations
Requirements
Degree required: Master’s degree in an academic discipline, along with registration for or completion of a PhD / Doctorate
Language: English; professional proficiency
Instruction: English
Publications: Evidence of research engagement and potential for publishing in peer-reviewed journals
- Professional midwifery qualification
- Current registration or eligibility for registration in Public Health Nursing with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
- Substantial professional experience in community health nursing
- Demonstrated capability in teaching and curriculum delivery within higher education
- Must hold or be eligible for registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland
- Subject to Garda vetting and/or international police clearance
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-27 (Europe/Dublin)
Applicants must submit their application online through the University College Cork vacancy portal before the closing deadline. Ensure all required documentation including a detailed CV and qualifications are uploaded. Informal enquiries can be directed to the designated head of school.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Proof of academic qualifications
- Professional registration certificates
Contact
Patricia Leahy-Warren· Head of School
021-4901462/1553
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