Head of Faculty – Science & Computing – Senior Lecturer 3 - Confined Competition

SETU invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the post: Head of Faculty – Science & Computing (Waterford) – Senior Lecturer 3

The Faculty of Science & Computing on the Waterford campus currently has three established departments providing undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees in Computing and Maths, Land Sciences and Science, as well as the new departments of Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine which have been established to support the development and delivery of new degrees in Pharmacy and Veterinary Medicine from 2026. This post will be based in Waterford, providing leadership to activities of the aforementioned academic departments and will also contribute to the coordination and leadership of the new SETU Faculty of Science & Computing.

SETU is seeking an exceptional individual to provide leadership and management to existing and new developments, working closely with the Senior Management team of SETU; the Heads of Department; faculty members; researchers and stakeholders within the region and nationally. Reporting to the President in the first instance, the postholder will play a pivotal role in the strategic development of the University as a whole, as well as further developments across teaching & learning, research & innovation and regional & international engagement activities. The successful candidate will thrive in an environment that blends the ethos of forward thinking and research with the robust educational frameworks that underpin the quality of higher education delivery. They will be responsible for the day-to-day management of relevant activities relating to the Faculty of Science & Computing in the Waterford campus.

Applications by SETU e-Recruitment system only. Applications will not be accepted in any other format. Please log on to www.SETU.ie/vacancies for further details and to apply for this position.

Please complete the online application and include all relevant experience.