Permanent Lecturer in Human Muscle Physiology (1 FTE)

About the role

The University of Galway invites applications for a permanent Lecturer in Physiology with a focus on human muscle physiology, metabolism and integrative physiology. The successful candidate will join a vibrant academic community, contributing to teaching, research and academic leadership across undergraduate and postgraduate health and biomedical programmes.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver physiology teaching for Medicine, allied health, Science, Pharmacy and MSc programmes.
• Establish an internationally recognised research programme in muscle physiology, metabolism or integrative physiology.
• Supervise undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD students.
• Participate in curriculum development and academic service within the Discipline of Physiology.
• Collaborate with clinical and translational research partners.

Required profile

• PhD in Physiology or a closely related biomedical science discipline.
• Experience teaching physiology to diverse third‑level student cohorts.
• Evidence of research excellence appropriate to career stage (publications, grant funding, international recognition).
• Strong background in data analysis applied to muscle physiology, metabolism or integrative physiology.
• Excellent communication, organisational and teamwork skills.

Required skills

What we offer

• Full‑time (1 FTE) permanent contract.
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities in the Human Biology Building.
• Dynamic, collaborative environment with strong links to clinical medicine and translational research.
• Opportunities for career development and research funding.