Associate Faculty

Purpose of Position The Associate Faculty member is primarily responsible for the learning, teaching and assessment in law, on a part-time basis. The key functions is not only to deliver on relevant programmes but to actively and fully engage in their role as lecturer in NCI. Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland. Applicants must be available for day-time delivery. This advertisement is for the development of a bank of suitably qualified staff for the academic year 2025/2026. Interviews will be conducted with suitable candidates if a relevant opportunity arises. Reporting to: Dean and Vice-Dean of School Key Relationships: Dean of the School Vice-Dean of the School Programme Director Programme Coordinators Faculty and Associate Faculty Students Key Responsibilities: Be part of the academic team delivering on required programmes of learning. Preparation for teaching and all other work-related activity. Draw on extensive professional experience to enhance teaching. Design, prepare, and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, and other learning activities in line with institutional policies and quality standards. Contribute to the design and review of assessments. Attend meetings and participate in appropriate committees. Provide timely and constructive formative and summative feedback to students. Using best practice methods, give detailed verbal and written feedback to the learners on their skill level in practical assessments, in line with the relevant standards, Set, correct, provide written feedback, and engage in second marking for examinations and projects on programmes taught. Make available information as required by the NCI's management in a professional context. Engage as required with external examiners. Monitor student engagement with learning and action. appropriate responses within the design of the programme. Monitor academic integrity within programmes of learning and action where infringement may be a risk. Carry out additional tasks as directed by the Programme Director / Vice-Dean / Dean of School to support the School. General: Participate in relevant professional development activities. Contribute to the strategic development of the School of Business and Social Sciences through active participation in planning and review processes. Contribute to academic and disciplinary committees as requested. Meet assigned deadlines. Be available to students outside class time for guidance and support, if required. Communicate with students and colleagues in a timely and professional manner. As requested, attend College functions such as various exhibitions, open days and evenings, school visits and other external events. Submit timesheets on a monthly basis for work undertaken in that month. Undertake assigned activities in a way that furthers the interests of NCI. Key Attributes: A Honours Degree in Law and/ or professionally qualified barrister or solicitor. A minimum of 5 years relevant and recent in practice experience as a solicitor or barrister. Experience of carrying out learning needs analysis and evaluation of initiatives in large organisations. Excellent communication skills. Skilled and experienced in giving feedback. Good time management and organisation skills. Evidence of commitment to the subject area. Desirable: Level 9 in a relevant field Level 10 in a relevant field Research experience desirable Lecturing experience an advantage Visa: Must hold a valid working visa. Hourly rate: Associate Faculty rates. Contract: Fixed-term. National College of Ireland's mission is to widen participation in higher education and unlock each student's potential. The College offers students the opportunity to acquire the skills and self-confidence to change their lives, contribute to a knowledge based economy and become responsible, active citizens. Application Process: To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and CV both in PDF format ONLY, quoting reference number: NCI 1045 to: by 5:00 pm, on the 7th November 2025. Note: The functions and responsibilities assigned to an Associate Faculty member are based on the current stated role and objectives of the College. These functions and responsibilities may alter in line with any change in the role and objectives of the College. The Importance of Confidentiality We would like to assure you that protecting confidentiality is our number one priority. You can expect that all enquires, applications and all aspects of the proceedings are treated as strictly confidential and are not disclosed to anyone, outside those directly involved in that aspect of the process.