Research Engineer, UCD Mech & Mat Engineering, Temp Part-Time

8 Jul 2026
Job Information

Organisation/Company

University College Dublin

Research Field

Engineering » Mechanical engineering
Engineering » Mechanical engineering

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

14 Jul 2026 - 10:44 (UTC)

Country

Ireland

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Part-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Applications are invited for a temporary part-time post of a Research Engineer within UCD School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering.

The Research Engineer will support the RESR (Renewable Energy Storage Reactor) project, an SFI-funded initiative focused on developing innovative hydrogen storage solutions based on ammonia borane for renewable energy applications. Reporting to the Principal Investigator, the post holder will contribute to research activities involving life cycle assessment (LCA), techno-economic analysis, process modelling, and the evaluation of integrated hydrogen energy systems.

The role will involve analysing the environmental and economic performance of ammonia borane-based storage technologies, developing and assessing novel energy system integration scenarios, and contributing to project reports and peer-reviewed publications. The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary team of engineering and chemistry researchers and engage in the dissemination of research findings. A key outcome of the role will be the delivery of high-quality sustainability assessments and research outputs that support the advancement of scalable and environmentally sustainable hydrogen storage technologies.

Fixed Salary: €63,000 Per Annum (€24,229.8 Pro Rata)

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 14 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 CVs submitted by Recruitment Agencies will be returned.

Prior to application, further information (including application procedure) should be obtained from the Work at UCD website: https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

Where to apply

Website

https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=eWFzZW1pbi5vemRlbWlyLjcyNDc0Ljk5MDhAdW5pY2R1Ymxp…

Requirements

Research Field

Engineering

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Communication and interpersonal skills, Proficient in SimaPro LCA software, Experience in life cycle assessment (LCA) of energy systems, Knowledge of hydrogen storage technologies

Additional Information
Benefits

Per Annum Pro Rata

Eligibility criteria

Mandatory:

*PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
*Experience in life cycle assessment (LCA) of energy systems.
*Proficiency in SimaPro for life cycle assessment.
*Strong technical writing and communication skills.
*Demonstrated commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

Desirable:

*Knowledge of hydrogen storage technologies.
*Experience with or familiarity with ammonia borane-based hydrogen storage systems.

Selection process

https://www.ucd.ie/workatucd/jobs/

Website for additional job details

https://www.ucd.ie/

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University College Dublin

Country

Ireland

City

Dublin

Contact

Website

https://www.ucd.ie/

E-Mail

[email protected]

Phone

01 716 4900

STATUS: EXPIRED

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