Lecturer in Oral Surgery

University College Cork

Post Type: Fixed-Term, Part-Time (0.4 FTE)
Contract Duration: Until 14 February 2027
Job ID: 086353
Closing Date: 12:00 noon (Irish Local Time), Tuesday 10 March 2026
Location: Cork, Ireland

About the Role

University College Cork (UCC) invites applications for the position of Specialist Lecturer in Oral Surgery at Cork University Dental School & Hospital. In line with UCC’s strategic mission as a research-led institution, the successful candidate will contribute to research, research-led teaching, and service to the University, the discipline, and the wider community.

The postholder will teach and examine undergraduate and postgraduate students, undertake relevant administrative responsibilities, and perform other duties appropriate to the role under the general direction of the Head of School.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment in Oral Surgery
• Contribute to research and research-led teaching activities
• Participate in administrative and academic service duties
• Engage with the academic, clinical, and professional community of the Dental School
• Support the strategic objectives of Cork University Dental School & Hospital

Vetting and Compliance

Please note that Garda Vetting and/or international police clearance may form part of the selection process.

Salary

• HSE Specialist in Orthodontics rate (pro rata 40%): €178,099 per annum

Salary placement will be made in accordance with Public Sector Pay Policy

Application Process

For a full information package including detailed post specifications, selection criteria, and application procedures, please visit:

https://ore.ucc.ie/

Applications must be submitted online via the UCC Vacancy Portal.
No late applications will be accepted.

Application deadline:
12 noon (Irish Local Time), Tuesday 10 March 2026

Queries regarding the online application process should be directed to:
recruitment@ucc.ie (quote the job title in the subject line)

Informal Enquiries

Informal enquiries may be made in confidence to:

Professor Rícheál Ní Riordáin
Email: richeal.niriordain@ucc.ie

Further information on the Dental School is available at:
https://www.ucc.ie/en/dentalschool/

Interview Process

• Interviews may be conducted online (Microsoft Teams) or in person
• Candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview following an online interview
• Applicants will be notified of arrangements as appropriate

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

University College Cork is committed to being a fully inclusive global university. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) are core values under the UCC Strategic Plan 2023–2028, and UCC holds a Silver Athena SWAN Award in recognition of its commitment to advancing equality in higher education.

UCC welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, nationality, family or caring responsibilities, marital or civil status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

The University supports staff through flexible working schemes, family-friendly policies, professional development, and staff networks. Applicants are encouraged to consult UCC’s Dignity and Respect Policy and EDI initiatives.

Additional Information

• Appointment is subject to University approval and the employment control framework for the higher education sector
• UCC reserves the right, at its discretion, to make additional appointments from this competition