Posted 26 June, 2026
Research Scientist - Gamma-Ray Space Detectors, UCD School of Physics, Temporary 17 months post
University College Dublin
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Temporary
Reference: 746659731
Research Scientist - Gamma-Ray Space Detectors, UCD School of Physics, Temporary 17 months post
Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Research Scientist - Gamma-Ray Space Detectors within UCD School of Physics.
This post is in support of gamma-ray space detector development activity, a strategic research theme of the UCD Centre for Space Research. The particular focus is the implementation of gamma-ray detectors for nanosatellites, constellations, and other future mission concepts for astrophysics. It builds on the capability developed through the EIRSAT-1 CubeSat mission by advancing the technical complexity and scale of the instrumentation to be developed.
Fixed Salary: €56,000 per annum
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 1st July 2026.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.
UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.
Applications are invited for a temporary post of a Research Scientist - Gamma-Ray Space Detectors within UCD School of Physics.
This post is in support of gamma-ray space detector development activity, a strategic research theme of the UCD Centre for Space Research. The particular focus is the implementation of gamma-ray detectors for nanosatellites, constellations, and other future mission concepts for astrophysics. It builds on the capability developed through the EIRSAT-1 CubeSat mission by advancing the technical complexity and scale of the instrumentation to be developed.
Fixed Salary: €56,000 per annum
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 1st July 2026.
Applications must be submitted by the closing date and time specified. Any applications which are still in progress at the closing time of 12:00 noon (Local Irish Time) on the specified closing date will be cancelled automatically by the system. UCD are unable to accept late applications.
UCD do not require assistance from Recruitment Agencies. Any CV's submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.
