Job Overview
Atlantic Technological University is seeking to appoint an Assistant Lecturer in Carpentry & Joinery Sligo to join its academic team at the Sligo campus. This permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-quality teaching, skills development, and industry-focused training within the construction and built environment disciplines.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering practical and theoretical instruction in carpentry and joinery, supporting student progression, and contributing to programme development within a dynamic higher education environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality lectures, workshops, and practical instruction in Carpentry & Joinery programmes.
- Develop and update teaching materials in line with industry standards and academic requirements.
- Assess student performance through continuous assessment, practical evaluation, and examinations.
- Provide academic guidance and mentorship to students.
- Contribute to curriculum development and programme review processes.
- Engage in scholarly activity and continuous professional development.
- Participate in departmental meetings, quality assurance processes, and institutional initiatives.
- Maintain strong links with industry to support programme relevance and student employability.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- An appropriate qualification in Carpentry, Joinery, Construction, or a related discipline (minimum Level 8 or equivalent).
- Relevant industry experience in carpentry and joinery.
- Experience in teaching, training, or mentoring is desirable.
- Strong practical knowledge of current industry standards, tools, and techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within an academic team.
- Commitment to student-centred learning and academic excellence.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary aligned with Assistant Lecturer public sector pay scales.
- Permanent contract.
- Access to public sector pension scheme (subject to eligibility).
- Generous annual leave entitlement in line with higher education norms.
- Opportunities for professional development and research engagement.
- Full-time working hours as per university contract terms.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based in Sligo Town, County Sligo at the Sligo campus of Atlantic Technological University.
Atlantic Technological University (ATU) is a multi-campus technological university committed to providing industry-relevant education and research across Ireland’s northwest and west regions. The Sligo campus has a strong tradition of delivering excellence in construction, engineering, and apprenticeship education.
Employer Website: https://atu.ie/
Application Details
This vacancy is advertised by an external recruiter and is hosted on publicjobs.ie. Publicjobs has no involvement in or responsibility for the recruitment and selection process or the terms and conditions relating to this post.
Vacancy ID: 2122
Advertising Date: 05 March 2026
To apply, please submit your application through the official recruitment portal linked on the Atlantic Technological University website before the closing date.
Last Day to Apply: 02 April 2026, 12:00 PM
