Post Doc Research Fellow, University College Dublin

Quantum Technologies; Dublin; On-site; EUR 47,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

University College Dublin invites applications for a Post Doc Research Fellow Level 1 or 2 within the UCD School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, to work on the QUBIC project advancing quantum computing for power and energy systems.

Salary ranges are €47,273–€53,925 per annum or €55,399–€58,578 per annum. Closing date: 12:00 noon, 9 October 2026. Appointment depends on qualifications and experience, and PD1/PD2 criteria apply.

Job description

Post Doc Research Fellow, University College Dublin

Applications are invited for a post of a Post Doc Research Fellow Level 1 or 2 within UCD School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering

The QUBIC ( www.qubic.ie ) project is a strategic initiative aimed at addressing critical challenges in high-impact sectors such as energy, advanced materials, and pharmaceutical discovery through advancing quantum computing. The project is funded by Enterprise Ireland through the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

The successful candidate will contribute to the “Quantum Computing for Power and Energy Systems” research stream. The aim is to establish tangible prospects for leveraging Quantum Computing to address the modern day computational and stochastic challenges of electrical power system planning and operation. The dual goal is to tap into the current capabilities of Quantum Computing while also streamlining the future exploitation of further advancements in the field. Research activities will be carried out within an interdisciplinary team of UCD researchers working on QUBIC across Electrical Power Systems and Quantum Computing, providing opportunities for close collaboration and upskilling across the two domains.

Salary Range: €47,273 - €53,925 per annum or €55,399 - €58,578 per annum

Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 9/10/2026

UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.

The PD1 position is intended for early stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.

The PD2 post is intended for researchers that have completed PD1. As with the PD1, if you have already completed your PD2 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD2, or your total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 6 years, you should not apply and should refer to Research Fellow posts instead.

Reference Number: 020074

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