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Post Doc Research Fellow in Quantum Computing for Power and Energy Systems (UCD) University College Dublin in Ireland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Computer Science

Funding

Fixed-term postdoctoral research fellow position with salary ranges of €47,273-€53,925 per annum or €55,399-€58,578 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. The project is funded by Enterprise Ireland through the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

Deadline

Oct 9, 2026

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Ireland

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University College Dublin

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Keywords

Computer Science
Electrical Engineering
Quantum Computing
Advanced Materials
Power System
Physics
Renewable Energy Systems

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About this position

University College Dublin is advertising a Post Doc Research Fellow Level 1 or 2 in the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering for the QUBIC project, a strategic initiative advancing quantum computing for high-impact sectors including energy, advanced materials, and pharmaceutical discovery.

The successful candidate will join the research stream “Quantum Computing for Power and Energy Systems”. The work focuses on using quantum computing to address modern computational and stochastic challenges in electrical power system planning and operation. The role is interdisciplinary, involving collaboration with UCD researchers across electrical power systems and quantum computing, with opportunities for upskilling across both areas.

This is a postdoctoral opening at UCD in Ireland. The post is fixed term until 28 February 2029. Salary is listed at €47,273–€53,925 per annum or €55,399–€58,578 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. The project is funded by Enterprise Ireland through the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

Eligibility notes indicate that PD1 is intended for early-stage researchers, either just after a PhD or entering a new area, and applicants whose total postdoctoral experience would exceed 4 years should not apply for PD1. PD2 is intended for researchers who have completed PD1, and applicants whose total postdoctoral experience would exceed 6 years should not apply for PD2.

The closing date is 9 October 2026 at 12:00 noon local Irish time. Applicants should use the vacancy page’s Apply button and complete submission before the deadline; late applications are not accepted.

Funding details

Fixed-term postdoctoral research fellow position with salary ranges of €47,273-€53,925 per annum or €55,399-€58,578 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. The project is funded by Enterprise Ireland through the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF).

What's required

Postdoctoral research experience is required. PD1 is intended for early-stage researchers just after a PhD or entering a new area, and applicants whose total postdoctoral experience including the advertised post would exceed 4 years should not apply for PD1. PD2 is intended for researchers who have completed PD1, and applicants whose total postdoctoral experience including the advertised post would exceed 6 years should not apply for PD2.

How to apply

Click the Apply button on the vacancy page for further details and submit the application before the closing date and time. Late applications are not accepted.

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