ADVERT ID 236377
Lecturer in Adult and Further Education, 10 month FTC
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MAIN DETAILS
Status:
Active
Level:
Higher & Further Education
Date Posted:
Wed Jun 4 2025
Application Closing Date:
Fri Jun 20 2025
Commencement Date:
Wed Aug 20 2025
Status of Post:
Fixed-term
Number of Vacancies:
1
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POST DETAILS
Title:
Lecturer in Adult and Further Education, 10 month FTC
Description:
Inspired by the Christian vision, Marino Institute of Education (MIE) is a teaching, learning and re-search community committed to promoting inclusion and excellence in education. MIE is an associated college of Trinity College Dublin, The University of Dublin and offers undergraduate and post-graduate programmes in education, including initial teacher education programmes.
The Governing Body invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of
Lecturer in Education (Adult and Further Education), 10-month Fixed Term Contract
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties and General Terms & Conditions of Employment
1 CANDIDATE PROFILE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION
Marino Institute of Education (MIE) wishes to appoint a Lecturer in Education with expertise in Adult and Further Education (FE), on a full-time basis for a 10-month period, commencing in August 2025.
We are seeking an innovative and involved Faculty member to lead the Masters in Education Studies in Further Education, and to teach modules on both the MES in FE and the Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education) initial teacher education programme. The role will be predominantly located within the new Master in Education Studies (MES) in Further Education but will also have responsibilities on the Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education) and other modules outside of Adult and Further Education.
The appointee will also have general duties in the area of education, including the supervision of students on placement, and undergraduate and postgraduate research supervision. Teaching responsibilities will be synchronous, asynchronous and on-campus, and will include both weekend and mid-week teaching duties.
The appointee should have expertise in one of the foundation disciplines (sociology, psychology, philosophy, policy, and/or history of education), and another core area that is relevant to modules on the MES and PDE(FE) programmes.
Commitment to high-quality teaching and learning in a student-centred environment is important. Enthusiasm for a multi-disciplinary environment is desired. The person appointed must exhibit evi-dence of strong commitment to excellence in course leadership, teaching and continued scholarly activity.
Essential Qualifications & Skills (i.e. those, without which, a candidate would not be able to do the job. Applications that have not clearly demonstrated that candidates possess the essential requirements will not be shortlisted):
In order to be considered for this post, applicants will require:
• A relevant post-graduate qualification at doctoral level, or progress towards completion of a doctorate relevant to adult and further education.
• Relevant leadership experience in the field of Adult and Further
Education with demonstrated capacity to deliver high quality courses at under-graduate and postgraduate levels.
• Evidence of engagement in innovative research and practice in one or more of the following areas related to Adult and Further Education: foundation studies; contemporary developments; professional practice; digital technology; and/or curriculum studies.
• Knowledge of contemporary developments in the broad field of Adult and Further Education from both theoretical and applied perspectives.
• Prior online teaching experience in synchronous and asynchronous provision and competence in blended, distance and flexible learning routes.
• Excellent IT skills and an appreciation of ICT as a driver of efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, a high standard of ac-curacy, and attention to detail.
Desirable Criteria
a) A teaching qualification, which qualifies the candidate to register with the Teaching Council under route 3.
b) Experience supporting students to engage with research methods and supervising dissertations.
c) Líofacht sa Ghaeilge
Candidates must clearly indicate in their applications how they meet each of these pre-requisites.
2. JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting Relationship
The appointee is required to carry out the duties attached to the post, under the general direction of the Head of Department, to whom she/he reports, and to whom he/she is responsible for the performance of these duties in the first instance. The appointee will report through the Head of Department to the Institute President and/or such other MIE officers as the President may designate from time to time.
The reporting relationship may be subject to periodic review, in line with service needs and developments in the Institute.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties, include the following:
• Providing overall academic leadership of the MES in FE programmes at MIE.
• Representing the interests of the MES in FE at MIE boards and committees.
• Dealing effectively with staffing and resource issues associated with the MES programme, including oversight and control of budgets.
• Creating a supportive working environment for all staff and students.
• Contribute to maintaining and updating programme specific information on the Institute's website and online learning and information platforms.
• Lecturing, tutorial work, and examining in adult and further education (and possibly other areas) for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, face-to-face and online.
• Contribute actively to integration with other modules in education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a research agenda and publishing research in the area of adult and further education.
• Supervision of students engaged in undergraduate and postgraduate research.
• Engage in all the administrative duties/processes of the department including participation in meetings of the department, programme board, Institute, and other groupings.
• Attend and participate in all meetings of Courts of Examiners and associated assessment du-ties.
• Supervise, mentor and advise students on placement and fulfil related duties
• Participate in selection procedures for prospective students.
• Contribute to events in the Institute calendar such as Open Day, induction, exam invigilation.
• Propose and contribute to the design of new modules and courses, as required.
• Act as personal tutor to students as allocated.
• Promote the seven guiding principles of the Institute.
Duties include lecturing on the undergraduate programmes, postgraduate programmes, and participating in the delivery of part-time and other programmes which includes evening and weekend teaching time. The person appointed will contribute to course design and policy formation at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
It should be noted that in each work area/department within the Institute, the appointee must work as part of a team. Although duties pertaining to the post are broadly defined under the various headings as listed, the list of duties is not exhaustive. The appointee will be required to function in a flexible and collegial manner. MIE retains the right to assign new duties and/or to re-assign staff to other areas of the Institute, in response to service needs.
APPLICATION, SELECTION PROCESS AND OTHER GENERAL INFORMATION
Method of Selection for Recommendation
A shortlisting of applicants will occur which will be based on the applicant’s qualifications, suitability and relevant work experience as detailed in the application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all relevant information is included in their application and that they clearly identify how they meet the specified candidate criteria.
Interview will be by interview panel consisting of not fewer than 3 persons and will comprise of the most suitable and qualified people to assess applicants in the discipline. All appointments to employment at MIE are made by the Governing Body. The interview panel’s recommendations for appointment of successful applicants for all posts will be submitted to the MIE Governing Body for their consideration and decision.
Probationary Period
The appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a 4-month probationary period. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Institute but will not in any case exceed 6 months. Absences during the period of probation will extend the probationary period. Performance and conduct during the probationary period will be monitored through a process of assessment meetings. Termination of employment during the probationary period will be at the discretion of the Institute. An abridged version of the disciplinary procedure will apply to employees on probation.
Garda Vetting
All successful applicants may be required to participate in Garda vetting. Specific instruction on this process will be given at the appropriate time. Applicants who do not comply with the Institute’s requirements in this regard will be excluded from consideration for appointment.
Essential Training
The successful applicant will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: Orientation, Health & Safety and Data Protection (GDPR), must provide evidence of completion of Tusla Child Protection Training. Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Salary: The annual salary is point 1 of scale, €63,309.
Making of Applications
Application by cover letter and CV only (no special application forms are supplied),
preferably by email to careers@mie.ie or by post to:
The Human Resources Office
Marino Institute of Education
Griffith Avenue
Dublin 9 (D09 R232)
Completed applications must be received by 4pm on Friday 20 June 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.
The Institute will not be responsible for any expenses, including travelling expenses, which candidates may incur in connection with their candidature.
The Marino Institute of Education is an equal opportunities employer.
The Governing Body invites applications from suitably qualified persons for the position of
Lecturer in Education (Adult and Further Education), 10-month Fixed Term Contract
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Duties and General Terms & Conditions of Employment
1 CANDIDATE PROFILE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION
Marino Institute of Education (MIE) wishes to appoint a Lecturer in Education with expertise in Adult and Further Education (FE), on a full-time basis for a 10-month period, commencing in August 2025.
We are seeking an innovative and involved Faculty member to lead the Masters in Education Studies in Further Education, and to teach modules on both the MES in FE and the Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education) initial teacher education programme. The role will be predominantly located within the new Master in Education Studies (MES) in Further Education but will also have responsibilities on the Professional Diploma in Education (Further Education) and other modules outside of Adult and Further Education.
The appointee will also have general duties in the area of education, including the supervision of students on placement, and undergraduate and postgraduate research supervision. Teaching responsibilities will be synchronous, asynchronous and on-campus, and will include both weekend and mid-week teaching duties.
The appointee should have expertise in one of the foundation disciplines (sociology, psychology, philosophy, policy, and/or history of education), and another core area that is relevant to modules on the MES and PDE(FE) programmes.
Commitment to high-quality teaching and learning in a student-centred environment is important. Enthusiasm for a multi-disciplinary environment is desired. The person appointed must exhibit evi-dence of strong commitment to excellence in course leadership, teaching and continued scholarly activity.
Essential Qualifications & Skills (i.e. those, without which, a candidate would not be able to do the job. Applications that have not clearly demonstrated that candidates possess the essential requirements will not be shortlisted):
In order to be considered for this post, applicants will require:
• A relevant post-graduate qualification at doctoral level, or progress towards completion of a doctorate relevant to adult and further education.
• Relevant leadership experience in the field of Adult and Further
Education with demonstrated capacity to deliver high quality courses at under-graduate and postgraduate levels.
• Evidence of engagement in innovative research and practice in one or more of the following areas related to Adult and Further Education: foundation studies; contemporary developments; professional practice; digital technology; and/or curriculum studies.
• Knowledge of contemporary developments in the broad field of Adult and Further Education from both theoretical and applied perspectives.
• Prior online teaching experience in synchronous and asynchronous provision and competence in blended, distance and flexible learning routes.
• Excellent IT skills and an appreciation of ICT as a driver of efficiency.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written, a high standard of ac-curacy, and attention to detail.
Desirable Criteria
a) A teaching qualification, which qualifies the candidate to register with the Teaching Council under route 3.
b) Experience supporting students to engage with research methods and supervising dissertations.
c) Líofacht sa Ghaeilge
Candidates must clearly indicate in their applications how they meet each of these pre-requisites.
2. JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting Relationship
The appointee is required to carry out the duties attached to the post, under the general direction of the Head of Department, to whom she/he reports, and to whom he/she is responsible for the performance of these duties in the first instance. The appointee will report through the Head of Department to the Institute President and/or such other MIE officers as the President may designate from time to time.
The reporting relationship may be subject to periodic review, in line with service needs and developments in the Institute.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties, include the following:
• Providing overall academic leadership of the MES in FE programmes at MIE.
• Representing the interests of the MES in FE at MIE boards and committees.
• Dealing effectively with staffing and resource issues associated with the MES programme, including oversight and control of budgets.
• Creating a supportive working environment for all staff and students.
• Contribute to maintaining and updating programme specific information on the Institute's website and online learning and information platforms.
• Lecturing, tutorial work, and examining in adult and further education (and possibly other areas) for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, face-to-face and online.
• Contribute actively to integration with other modules in education at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Demonstrate a commitment to pursuing a research agenda and publishing research in the area of adult and further education.
• Supervision of students engaged in undergraduate and postgraduate research.
• Engage in all the administrative duties/processes of the department including participation in meetings of the department, programme board, Institute, and other groupings.
• Attend and participate in all meetings of Courts of Examiners and associated assessment du-ties.
• Supervise, mentor and advise students on placement and fulfil related duties
• Participate in selection procedures for prospective students.
• Contribute to events in the Institute calendar such as Open Day, induction, exam invigilation.
• Propose and contribute to the design of new modules and courses, as required.
• Act as personal tutor to students as allocated.
• Promote the seven guiding principles of the Institute.
Duties include lecturing on the undergraduate programmes, postgraduate programmes, and participating in the delivery of part-time and other programmes which includes evening and weekend teaching time. The person appointed will contribute to course design and policy formation at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
It should be noted that in each work area/department within the Institute, the appointee must work as part of a team. Although duties pertaining to the post are broadly defined under the various headings as listed, the list of duties is not exhaustive. The appointee will be required to function in a flexible and collegial manner. MIE retains the right to assign new duties and/or to re-assign staff to other areas of the Institute, in response to service needs.
APPLICATION, SELECTION PROCESS AND OTHER GENERAL INFORMATION
Method of Selection for Recommendation
A shortlisting of applicants will occur which will be based on the applicant’s qualifications, suitability and relevant work experience as detailed in the application. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all relevant information is included in their application and that they clearly identify how they meet the specified candidate criteria.
Interview will be by interview panel consisting of not fewer than 3 persons and will comprise of the most suitable and qualified people to assess applicants in the discipline. All appointments to employment at MIE are made by the Governing Body. The interview panel’s recommendations for appointment of successful applicants for all posts will be submitted to the MIE Governing Body for their consideration and decision.
Probationary Period
The appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a 4-month probationary period. The probationary period may be extended at the discretion of the Institute but will not in any case exceed 6 months. Absences during the period of probation will extend the probationary period. Performance and conduct during the probationary period will be monitored through a process of assessment meetings. Termination of employment during the probationary period will be at the discretion of the Institute. An abridged version of the disciplinary procedure will apply to employees on probation.
Garda Vetting
All successful applicants may be required to participate in Garda vetting. Specific instruction on this process will be given at the appropriate time. Applicants who do not comply with the Institute’s requirements in this regard will be excluded from consideration for appointment.
Essential Training
The successful applicant will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training: Orientation, Health & Safety and Data Protection (GDPR), must provide evidence of completion of Tusla Child Protection Training. Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Salary: The annual salary is point 1 of scale, €63,309.
Making of Applications
Application by cover letter and CV only (no special application forms are supplied),
preferably by email to careers@mie.ie or by post to:
The Human Resources Office
Marino Institute of Education
Griffith Avenue
Dublin 9 (D09 R232)
Completed applications must be received by 4pm on Friday 20 June 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.
The Institute will not be responsible for any expenses, including travelling expenses, which candidates may incur in connection with their candidature.
The Marino Institute of Education is an equal opportunities employer.
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APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
- Curriculum Vitae
- Covering Letter
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Applications may be submitted by
- Post
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Griffith Ave
Dublin 9
Dublin
D09 R232
Dublin 9
Dublin
D09 R232
County:
Dublin
Postal District:
Dublin 9
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