Posted 10 July, 2026
UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1, Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, 12 months
University College Dublin
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Full Time
Reference: 766649485
UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1, Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, 12 months
Applications are invited for a temporary post of a UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 within UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher Level 1 to lead a pilot-scale research project focused on the valorisation of cheese whey permeate. The project aims to demonstrate a two-stage process using sequential EGSB reactors (20 L and 100 L) to recover volatile fatty acids (VFAs) and renewable biogas.
The successful candidate will manage the transition from fermentative granulation to methanogenic polishing, investigating the critical role of calcium levels on granule stability and reactor performance [Source: WP2, WP3]. This role involves high-level analytical characterisation, industry-facing dissemination, and the closing of complex mass and energy balances.
Fixed Salary: €47,273 per annum
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 22 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.
The PD1 position is intended for early stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.
Applications are invited for a temporary post of a UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 within UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher Level 1 to lead a pilot-scale research project focused on the valorisation of cheese whey permeate. The project aims to demonstrate a two-stage process using sequential EGSB reactors (20 L and 100 L) to recover volatile fatty acids (VFAs) and renewable biogas.
The successful candidate will manage the transition from fermentative granulation to methanogenic polishing, investigating the critical role of calcium levels on granule stability and reactor performance [Source: WP2, WP3]. This role involves high-level analytical characterisation, industry-facing dissemination, and the closing of complex mass and energy balances.
Fixed Salary: €47,273 per annum
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 22 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.
The PD1 position is intended for early stage researchers, either just after completion of a PhD or for someone entering a new area for the first time. If you have already completed your PD1 stage in UCD or will soon complete a PD1, or you are an external applicant whose total Postdoctoral experience, inclusive of the duration of the advertised post, would exceed 4 years, you should not apply and should refer to PD2 posts instead.
