UCD · Ireland
Join UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics as a Teaching Fellow in Spanish Studies for a temporary, one-trimester role covering maternity leave starting 01 September 2026. You will deliver high-quality language and content modules, assess student work, and support administrative duties. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a research-intensive university ranked among the top 100 in QS subject rankings.
About the Role
UCD is a dynamic, research-intensive university with a College of Arts and Humanities ranked among the top 100 in the QS subject rankings. The School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics is a highly research-active unit with scholarly interests in literature, linguistics, history, politics, and cinema of Spanish-speaking societies. As a Teaching Fellow in Spanish Studies, you will play a vital role in delivering undergraduate modules, assessing student work, and supporting administrative duties. The School values innovation, academic excellence, and cultural engagement. Ideal candidates will be passionate about teaching, adaptable, and committed to student success. This is a temporary, one-trimester position covering maternity leave, starting 01 September 2026. Applications must be submitted by 24 July 2026 at 12:00 noon (local Irish time).
What You Will Do
Prepare, design, deliver, and assess high-quality language and content modules in the Spanish undergraduate programmes.
Undertake administrative duties as assigned by the Head of School or her nominee.
Contribute to the academic and cultural mission of the School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics.
Support student learning and development through innovative teaching methods.
Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and teaching practices.
What We Are Looking For
Teaching experience in Spanish at the undergraduate level.
Ability to design and deliver effective modules.
Experience in assessing student work.
Strong administrative and organizational skills.
Commitment to academic excellence and student success.
Applications must be submitted by 24 July 2026 at 12:00 noon (local Irish time). UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned. Further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website.