Head of Faculty - Health Sciences (Waterford) Senior Lecturer III (Permanent)

Head of Faculty - Health Sciences (Waterford) Senior Lecturer III (Permanent)

• Vacancy I.D.: 042255 - Head of Faculty - Health Sciences (Waterford) Senior Lecturer III (Permanent)
• Contract: Permanent Whole-Time Contract
• Salary: The Gross Salary Scale applicable to the post of Head of Faculty SL3 is €105,346 - €135,494 p.a. (rates effective 01/02/2026).

South East Technological University (SETU) was established in 2022 and is both a regional and internationally oriented organisation with a focus on further enhancing its role as an exceptional quality-of-life driver within the regional, national and international higher education landscape. Our vision is to be a leading multi-campus technological university by 2030, an ambitious vision that reflects the development of a mature institution with an important leadership role in the regional economic and social landscape. Health Sciences is integral to our ambitious vision for higher education in the South East.

On the Waterford campus, the Faculty of Health Sciences comprises the Department of Nursing and Health Care and the Department of Sport and Exercise Science, and includes the Nutrition Research Centre Ireland. The Faculty provides undergraduate, postgraduate and research education and activity across nursing, health care, sport, exercise, health promotion and related disciplines. This permanent post will be based in Waterford and will provide strategic, academic and operational leadership for the Faculty's Waterford-based activities, while contributing to the coordination and development of Health Sciences across SETU.

SETU is seeking an exceptional individual to lead and manage further innovation and development, working closely with the Senior Management Team of SETU; the Head of Department of Nursing and Health Care; the Head of Department of Sport and Exercise Science; faculty members and researchers in Health Sciences and across the University; professional services colleagues; and stakeholders regionally, nationally and internationally.

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 in the further development of teaching and learning, research and innovation, and regional and international engagement. The successful candidate will also be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the relevant Faculty activities based on the Waterford campus.

This role requires a highly experienced and motivated individual with a strong work ethic, commitment to the highest professional standards, proven record of accomplishment, excellent communication and analytical skills and a team player who relishes new challenges with the ability to navigate change. The commitment to work collegially and productively with colleagues across SETU will be essential.

SETU is an equal opportunities employer.

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