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6.5 Months, Fixed-Term, Whole-Time Post
Position Summary
A position is available for a Post-Doctoral Researcher to work in the School of Physics and the Center for Research into Atmospheric Chemistry (Environmental Research Institute) at UCC. Under the direction of Prof. Andy Ruth (the Principal Investigator) and Prof. John Wenger (Co-Investigator) the successful applicant will be involved in a project to develop new instrumentation for trace gas and radical detection using an approach related to absorption spectroscopy using stable optical cavities or multi-pass cells. The new setup is to be operated in the mid-infrared and is to be custom-designed for the Irish Atmospheric Simulation Chamber (IASC), a national research facility for the investigation of chemical and physical processes with impact on air quality and climate.
The successful applicant will be embedded in a dynamic team of atmospheric researchers with expertise in the development and application of broadband cavity-enhanced absorption systems. S/he should have a strong innovative spirit with interest in applied research with commercialization potential. S/he should bring excellent organisational and communication skills to the group.
Expected Skill Set
We are seeking an enthusiastic, motivated person with a high level of initiative, capable of working independently and within a team. The candidate should have fluent English and excellent communication, organization, planning and interpersonal skills.
The successful candidate should have a strong background in optics, IR spectroscopy, laser technology, electronics & interfacing, as well as expertise in the handling of gases in flow and static cells. Ideally, the candidate will have experience in atmospheric trace gas sensing, outstanding experimental, engineering and IT skills. Previous experience, in research with optical cavities, gas handling, relevant data analysis, report and proposal writing is highly desirable. Know-how in atmospheric sciences will be an advantage. Previous experience in industrial research and exposure pertaining to commercialization of innovation in the area of sensing is desirable.
Achievement of the expected progression within Post Doc and Senior Post Doc is transferable between the Irish HEI’s. This can be reflected in the starting pay of a PD researcher. Similarly, as the PD scheme is an intergenerational training scheme completion of PD1 or PD 2 levels in one HEI will normally render that researcher ineligible for appointment at a similar level in another Irish HEI Researcher Career Development Framework | Irish Universities Association
Project Title: Ultra-sensitive gas-phase absorption spectroscopy at Irish Atmospheric Simulation Chamber (IASC), UCC
Post Duration: 6.5 Months
Salary: €45,847 - €52,339 p.a. IUA PD1 Scale
For an information package including further details of the post see https://ore.ucc.ie/
Informal enquiries can be made in confidence to Prof Andy Ruth, School of Physics, Tel: + 353 (0) 21 4902057; Email: a.ruth@ucc.ie
Applications must be submitted online via the University College Cork vacancy portal https://ore.ucc.ie/ Queries relating to the online application process should be referred to recruitment@ucc.ie quoting the job-title and project name.
Candidates should apply, in confidence, before 12 noon (Irish Local Time) on Thursday 6th June 2025.
No late applications will be accepted.
Please note that an appointment to posts advertised will be dependent on University approval, together with the terms of the employment control framework for the higher education sector.
UCC is committed to creating and fully embracing an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. As a University we strive to create a workplace that reflects the diversity of our student population where people from a wide variety of backgrounds learn from one another, share ideas, and work collaboratively. UCC is committed to being an employer that recognises the value of diversity amongst its staff. We encourage applicants to consult our policies at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/policies/ and initiatives at https://www.ucc.ie/en/edi/implementation/ and we welcome applications from everyone, including those who are underrepresented in the protected characteristics set out in our Equal Opportunities & Diversity Policy.
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| Contact Person : | Andy Ruth | Contact Email : | a.ruth@ucc.ie |
| Job ID : | 087033 | Contact Number : | |
| Close Date : | 06-Jun-2025 12:00 | ||