Lecturer in Law

Purpose of Position: Law on a range of College programmes, develop curriculum and programme related materials and perform research associated with the College's programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level. Reporting to: Vice Dean of Business Key Relationships: Dean of the School of Business and Social Sciences Vice Dean of Business and Social Sciences Students both full and part-time Professional Bodies Academic Operations Team Stu dent Services Team Faculty and Associate Faculty in the School Key Responsibilities: Teaching, Learning and Assessment Responsibilities Deliver high-quality teaching in Law across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes within the School of Business and Social Sciences. Design, prepare, and deliver lectures, tutorials, workshops, and other learning activities in line with institutional policies and quality standards. Supervise student research projects and dissertations at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Support and supervise students on work placements and internships. Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, students, and external stakeholders. Engage in continuous professional development to maintain subject expertise and pedagogical effectiveness. Participate in academic committees, programme boards, and quality assurance processes. Liaise with the library and other support services to ensure appropriate learning resources are available. Innovate in teaching practice through the use of digital tools, blended learning, and inclusive pedagogies. 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 Provide timely and constructive formative and summative feedback to students. Programme Development Contribute to the design, development, and review of new and existing programmes, ensuring alignment with academic standards and industry needs. Prepare programme documentation for validation, accreditation processes and other processes. Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure curriculum relevance and responsiveness to emerging trends in law. Research and Scholarship Undertake scholarly and/or applied research that contributes to the academic profile of the School and informs teaching practice. Publish research outputs in relevant and appropriate field journal and other source of required standard and inclusive. D evelop a personal research agenda aligned with the strategic priorities of the College. Seek external funding to support research initiatives and collaborative projects. Engagement with Professional and External Bodies Engage with professional and industry bodies to inform curriculum relevance and graduate with the Careers Team to support student employability, including placements, internships, and graduate the College in professional networks, industry forums, and academic partnerships. Academic Leadership and Administration Contribute to the strategic development of the School of Business through active participation in planning and review processes. Act as Programme Director for designated undergraduate or postgraduate programmes, in consultation with the Dean. Participate in College-wide events such as open days, recruitment fairs, and outreach activities. Contribute to short courses, executive education, and consultancy projects as required. Demonstrate leadership skills relevant to the role. Any o ther duties as required by the College. Provide academic advising and pastoral support to students, including acting as a personal tutor. Qualifications & Experience Required: A full level 8 honours degree in Law. A PhD in Law. Candidates without a PhD must demonstrate a clear commitment to completing one within an agreed timeframe. A developing or established research profile. Experience supervising students at Master's level (taught or research) is required; supervision at doctoral level is an advantage. Industry or professional experience in Law is desirable Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills. Strong digital literacy, including proficiency in virtual learning environments (e.g., Moodle, Blackboard) and educational technologies. A proactive, self-directed approach with the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Commitment to continuous professional development and enga gement with the wider academic and professional community. Demonstrated experience in lecturing at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including curriculum delivery, assessment, and student support Salary: Academic II - €53,836- €82,374 The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Contract: Permanent post Hours: Full time 35 hours per week Annual Leave: 34 days per annum Application Process: To apply, please e-mail your cover letter and CV, quoting reference number: 1048 to: by 5:00 pm, 5th December 2025. The successful applicant will be subject to Garda Vetting and must not have any convictions under the Sex Offenders Act 2001. Note: The functions and responsibilities assigned to the Lecturer in Accounting and Finance 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. 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