Research Fellow - Student Evaluation of the Accuracy and Efficiency of LLM Generated Code

University of Limerick; Limerick; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Limerick invites applications for a Research Fellow in the Department of Computer Science & Information Systems to evaluate the accuracy and efficiency of LLM-generated code in student programming tasks.

This specific‑purpose contract focuses on how students assess correctness and computational efficiency, and investigates whether more efficient solutions are harder to understand.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Dr Michael English; closing date is 23 October 2026.

Job description

Research Fellow - Student Evaluation of the Accuracy and Efficiency of LLM Generated Code

JOB SYNOPSIS

This research project focuses on software development using LLM-generated code. It will evaluate students’ ability to evaluate the correctness and computational efficiency of LLM-generated code, including whether more efficient solutions are more difficult to comprehend.

Faculty of Science & Engineering

Department of Computer Science & Information Systems

Contract Type: Specific Purpose

University of Limerick is a research-led, energetic and enterprising institution with a proud record of innovation and excellence in education and scholarships. We value creativity, curiosity and excellence in our inclusive community which is committed to social good. Our motto Eagna chun Gnímh translates as Wisdom for Action reflecting our mission to contribute to the discovery of new knowledge for a better world.

The closing date for receipt of applications is Friday, 23rd October 2026. Applications must be completed online before 12 noon, Irish Standard Time on the closing date.

Informal enquiries regarding the post may be directed to:

• Dr Michael English
• Department of Computer Science & Information Systems
• University of Limerick
• Email: [e-mail]

Applications are welcome from suitably qualified candidates.

We are committed to upholding the principles of fairness, equality, and transparency in pay, in line with the EU Pay Transparency Directive (Directive (EU) 2023/970)

Contact Person : Competition Type : Research

Contact Email : Job ID : 084969

Contact Number : Close Date : 23-Oct-2026 12:00