Offer Description
Applications are invited for a temporary post of a UCD Post-doctoral Research Fellow Level 1 within UCD School of Biosystems & Food Engineering.
University College Dublin is seeking to appoint a highly motivated and independent Postdoctoral Researcher to join a large, multi-disciplinary research programme addressing key challenges at the interface of food systems, sustainability, and bioeconomy innovation.
The successful candidate will have primary responsibility for leading life cycle assessment (LCA) and sustainability evaluation activities within the programme. This will include the design and delivery of comprehensive ex-ante and ex-post environmental assessments of bio-based production systems, covering the full lifecycle from feedstock sourcing and processing through to product distribution and end use. The role will involve the application of internationally recognised standards and frameworks (e.g. ISO 14044 and relevant bio-based product assessment methodologies) to quantify environmental impacts such as greenhouse gas emissions, energy use, land occupation, acidification, and eutrophication.
PD1 Salary: €46,805 - €50,670 Per AnnumAppointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 12 March 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 CVs 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.
Communication, Organisational skills, Research skills, A demonstrated commitment to research and publications, Ability to analyse and interpret complex environmental datasets, Ability to work independently
Eligibility criteria
PhD in Environmental Engineering, Chemical/Bioprocess Engineering, Sustainability Science, or a closely related discipline.
A demonstrated commitment to research and publications.
An understanding of the operational requirements for a successful research project.
Evidence of research activity (publications, conference presentations, awards) and future scholarly output (working papers, research proposals, and ability to outline a research project.
Excellent Communication Skills (Oral, Written, Presentation etc).
Excellent Organisational and Administrative skills including a proven ability to work to deadlines.
Candidates must demonstrate an awareness of equality, diversity and inclusion agenda.
Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret complex environmental datasets and translate findings into clear, evidence-based conclusions.
Demonstrated involvement in research activities (such as supporting publications, data analysis, or conference materials).
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary research team.
Demonstrated ability to support and guide team members and PhD/master's students to help build their research skill and knowledge.
Experience in setting own research agenda.
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