Research Assistant, UCD School of Physics, Fixed-term post

EURAXESS Ireland; Dublin; On-site; EUR 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

University College Dublin in Ireland invites applications for a temporary full-time Research Assistant in the School of Physics. We are developing a next-generation miniaturized medical device for on-demand blood analysis and are seeking an optics‑focused researcher to support laboratory work, data analysis and documentation.

The position offers a fixed salary of €34,129 per annum, with appointment dependent on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Background in optics and practical laboratory experience.
• Experience with data analysis and project documentation.
• Willingness to work with biological samples and blood.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical laboratory work and data analysis.
• Prepare and document experimental results.
• Support project documentation and compliance.

Skills

Optics

Laboratory experience

Job description

Organisation/Company University College Dublin Research Field Physics » Biophysics Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 7 Sep 2026 - 10:14 (UTC) Country Ireland Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Research Assistantwithin UCD School of Physics

We are developing a next-generation miniaturized medical device aimed at enabling on-demand blood analysis without conventional blood draws, enabling near real-time access to haematological data, which will mitigate downstream costs associated with delayed intervention. We are seeking a `Research Assistant` with a background in optics and practical laboratory experience to support the development of the platform. Working under the direction of the Principal Investigator and Technology Lead, the Research Assistant will assist with technical laboratory work, data analysis and project documentation. The role will involve practical laboratory work with optical equipment and biological samples, including blood, in accordance with established laboratory procedures.

Fixed Salary: €34,129 per annum
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 07-Sep-2026