Senior Lecturer in Nutritional Sciences

University College Cork

Location: School of Food & Nutritional Sciences, University College Cork (UCC), Ireland

Position type: Permanent, full-time

Salary: Senior Lecturer Salary Scale:

• Scale B: €83,910 – €118,893
• Scale A: €81,033 – €112,948

(Salary placement according to public sector pay policy)

Application deadline: 3 February 2026, 12:00 Irish Local Time

Contact: Professor Aoife Ryan – a.ryan@ucc.ie

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Position Overview

UCC seeks a Senior Lecturer in Human Nutrition & Dietetics to contribute to the postgraduate programme in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, delivering high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, while inspiring future dietetics professionals.

The appointee will also:

• Be an established research scientist with international reputation
• Have an excellent publication record
• Support the development of a world-class collaborative postgraduate research programme in dietetics
• Foster collaboration within the UCC research community
• Position UCC as an international leader in dietetics education, training, and research

Candidate Profile

Required experience and qualifications:

• Extensive experience at clinical and academic levels in human nutrition and dietetics
• Proven ability to deliver high-quality teaching and assessment
• Strong research record and potential for international collaboration

Desirable attributes:

• Leadership in programme development
• Track record of interdisciplinary collaboration
• Ability to mentor students and junior researchers

Work Environment & Benefits

• Employment in a prestigious university committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI)
• Benefits include flexible working, pension contribution, meals, sports facilities
• Access to UCC libraries and training/development opportunities
• Support for family-friendly policies and staff networks
• Participation in a transforming, inclusive, and globally connected academic environment

Application Process

Applications must be submitted online via UCC vacancy portal: https://ore.ucc.ie/

Required documents:

• Full CV
• Covering letter outlining motivation and relevant experience
• Names of two referees

Additional notes:

• Garda vetting or international police clearance may be required
• Interviews may be conducted online or in person
• UCC is an equal opportunities employer