Research Engineer, UCD School of Mech Engineering, 12 months

Organisation/Company

University College Dublin

Research Field

Engineering » Materials engineering
Engineering » Mechanical engineering

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Application Deadline

13 Feb 2026 - 03:33 (UTC)

Country

Ireland

Type of Contract

Temporary

Job Status

Full-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

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

The Centre of Micro/Nano Manufacturing Technology (MNMT-Dublin) is established at the University College Dublin (UCD) to deliver high-impact, innovative science and engineering research. The Centre has particular focus on development of innovative medical devices enabled by its featured technologies and machines in high precision manufacturing and metrology. The Centre brings together a multi-disciplinary team of over 20 PhD and Post-doc researchers in micro/nano manufacturing, precision metrology, medical devices, optics, materials, in fundamental and translational research.

This project is collaborated with an Irish Medtech company. The company has developed and patented a portfolio of revolutionary products, which offers a safe, personalized method for topical administration of the patient's own PRP to the skin without the discomfort of injections, a brand new Collagen Related peptide for Platelet activation and a Digital Storage Device (DSD) for safely storing PRP or platelets in room temperature. These innovations underscore their dedication to pioneering advancements that enhance patient outcomes and set new standards in medical technology. Personalized medicine represents a pivotal shift in the future of healthcare. The company is proud to be at the forefront of this transformation, driving advancements that promise significant benefits for patients and the medical community alike.
Salary: € 45,000 - €59,000 per annum.
Appointment on the above range will be dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Closing date: 12:00 noon (local Irish time) on 13/02/2026.
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.

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

Website

https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=cWlvbmcuemhhbmcuNzc3MjEuOTkwOEB1bmljZHVibGluLmFw…

organisational and administrative skills, communication skills

Website for additional job details

https://www.ucd.ie/

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

University College Dublin

Country

Ireland

City

Dublin

Geofield

Website

https://www.ucd.ie/

E-Mail

hrhelpdesk@ucd.ie

Phone

017164900

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