Applications
Applications are now invited for the position of #003363 Postdoctoral Researcher in Thermal Test Vehicle (TTV) Design and Implementation, 27-Month Fixed Term Contract.
Role Profile
The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher as part of a new collaborative project between DCU, HT Materials Science Ltd (HTMS) and Exergyn Ltd. This project, DLCool, has been awarded under the seventh round of the Disruptive Technologies Innovation Fund (DTIF7). The main goal of the DLCool project is to accelerate the development and deployment of next generation heat transfer fluids for use in solid‑state heat pumps, direct‑to‑chip cooling and other applications such as EVs and battery storage systems.
The successful individual will lead the design, development, commissioning, and validation of a fully instrumented and monitored Thermal Test Vehicle (TTV), which will serve as the experimental platform for evaluating next‑generation heat‑transfer fluids across applications such as direct‑to‑chip cooling, solid‑state heat pump loops and EV cooling loops.
The role will involve defining the TTV architecture, designing and integrating advanced instrumentation, developing automated control and data acquisition systems, engineering a closed‑loop system suitable for nanofluids, executing systematic experimental campaigns to generate validated performance datasets for candidate fluids, working collaboratively across the partnership and producing fully documented test procedures, calibration records, uncertainty analyses, and reports required for DTIF.
Salary Scale
IUA Postdoctoral Researcher Salary Scale – €46,305 (Point 1) – €50,168 (Point 4). Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.
Closing date
Wednesday, 20th May 2026
Equal Opportunities
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes. The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment is available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs.
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