Senior Postdoctoral Researcher - University College Dublin
University College Dublin
Apply for this jobWe are seeking to hire one senior post-doctoral researcher to join our UCD Electrical and Electronic Engineering team working on the QUBIC project, where we explore the application of quantum computing for electrical power and energy system planning and operation.
The position is funded until February 2029 and will involve close collaboration with researchers across both electric power systems and quantum computing also working at UCD.
The QUBIC (Quantum Utilisation for Breakthroughs in Ireland’s Computing) project is a strategic initiative aimed at advancing quantum computing to address critical challenges in high-impact sectors, including energy, advanced materials, and pharmaceutical discovery. The project is designed to bring together complementary skill sets and provide opportunities to develop expertise across disciplines.
Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline and already have at least 2 years post-doctoral experience.
How to apply
Applications can only be submitted through the UCD portal found at https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/ . You should search for post 019721.
The closing date for applications is 12 noon (local Irish time) on 22 June 2026.
Senior Postdoctoral Researcher - University College Dublin
We are seeking to hire one senior post-doctoral researcher to join our UCD Electrical and Electronic Engineering team working on the QUBIC project, where we explore the application of quantum computing for electrical power and energy system planning and operation.
The position is funded until February 2029 and will involve close collaboration with researchers across both electric power systems and quantum computing also working at UCD.
The QUBIC (Quantum Utilisation for Breakthroughs in Ireland’s Computing) project is a strategic initiative aimed at advancing quantum computing to address critical challenges in high-impact sectors, including energy, advanced materials, and pharmaceutical discovery. The project is designed to bring together complementary skill sets and provide opportunities to develop expertise across disciplines.
Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant discipline and already have at least 2 years post-doctoral experience.
2026-06-03
Computing
University College Dublin
https://www.ucd.ie/eleceng/
Belfield
Dublin
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IE
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