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University College Cork

Postdoctoral Researcher, School of Physics, Levitated Quantum Sensing Group University College Cork in Ireland

Degree Level

Postdoc

Field of study

Experimental Physics

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Available

Deadline

Jan 8, 2027

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University College Cork

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Experimental Physics
Dark Matter
Gravity
Quantum Sensing
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About this position

This postdoctoral position is based in the Levitated Quantum Sensing Group in the School of Physics at University College Cork. The project, MaglevHunt, is an ERC-funded research effort focused on developing pioneering mechanical sensors and using them to hunt for dark matter in the laboratory.

The researcher will work on an experimental platform built around magnetically levitated superconductors, with motion monitored by SQUID sensors. The setup is designed for extreme isolation from environmental noise, using a millikelvin environment, ultrahigh vacuum, magnetic shielding, and vibration isolation. The role combines advanced experimental development with fundamental-search physics in an environment aimed at pushing precision measurements into unexplored regimes.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of a cutting-edge precision physics experiment and help use it to explore a range of wave-like and particle-like dark matter candidates. The project also aims to lay the experimental foundation for a future laboratory dark matter search via gravitational interaction.

Day-to-day work includes advancing the precision of gram-scale accelerometers, reducing technical noise sources, and providing scientific support for the group’s broader R&D activities. The post also involves mentoring and supervising students involved in the research programme.

University College Cork describes itself as a fully inclusive global university with a strong commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and the post sits within a physics research environment focused on precision experimental science.

Funding details

Available

What's required

PhD or equivalent in a relevant field. The advert is for a recognised researcher (R2) postdoctoral position and involves research in precision physics, experimental dark matter searches, and supporting R&D activities; Garda vetting and/or an international police clearance check may form part of the selection process.

How to apply

Apply online via the University College Cork vacancy portal at https://ore.ucc.ie/. Submit the application before 12 noon Irish local time on 8 January 2027. Refer queries about the online application process to [email protected].

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