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University College Cork

Postdoctoral Researcher in Levitated Quantum Sensing and Laboratory Dark Matter Detection University College Cork in Ireland

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Postdoc

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Experimental Physics

Funding

This is a 28-month fixed-term, whole-time post. The salary is €47,273–€53,925 per annum on the IUA PD1 Researcher Salary Scale, with salary placement determined according to public-sector pay policy.

Deadline

Jan 8, 2027

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About this position

University College Cork’s School of Physics is seeking a postdoctoral researcher for the Levitated Quantum Sensing Group and the ERC-funded MaglevHunt project, “Hunting for Dark Matter using Magnetically-Levitated Superconductors.”

The project develops pioneering mechanical sensors based on magnetically levitated superconductors. Their motion is monitored with high precision using SQUID sensors while the system operates in a millikelvin environment and ultrahigh vacuum. Magnetic shielding and vibration-isolation methods are used to suppress background noise and enable sensitive measurements.

The research aims to search for wave-like and particle-like dark matter candidates in unexplored parameter regimes. It also seeks to establish the experimental basis for a laboratory dark matter search through gravitational interactions, opening a new route to investigating the nature of dark matter.

The successful researcher will develop a cutting-edge precision physics experiment, use it for laboratory dark matter searches, and advance gram-scale accelerometers toward the standard quantum limit. The role includes identifying and reducing technical noise sources and providing scientific support for research and development activities across the group.

The postdoctoral researcher will also contribute to the group’s research environment by supervising and mentoring bachelor’s, master’s and PhD students in their day-to-day work. Informal inquiries may be directed to Dr. Gerard Higgins in the School of Physics.

The position is based within the University College Cork physics research environment and forms part of a collaborative programme combining quantum sensing, superconducting systems, precision measurement and experimental dark matter research.

This is a 28-month fixed-term, whole-time post with the stated salary and application deadline in the advert.

Funding details

This is a 28-month fixed-term, whole-time post. The salary is €47,273–€53,925 per annum on the IUA PD1 Researcher Salary Scale, with salary placement determined according to public-sector pay policy.

What's required

The post requires candidates to meet the full selection criteria provided in the information package and to complete any required Garda vetting and/or international police clearance checks. The role involves developing a precision physics experiment, conducting laboratory dark matter searches, advancing gram-scale accelerometers toward the standard quantum limit, addressing technical noise sources, supporting group R&D, and supervising and mentoring bachelor’s, master’s and PhD students. Further details and selection criteria are available in the Candidate Brief and information package.

How to apply

Submit an application online through the University College Cork vacancy portal at https://ore.ucc.ie/. Apply before 12 noon Irish Local Time on 8 January 2027; late applications will not be accepted. For application-process queries, contact [email protected] and quote the job title.

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