Postdoctoral Research Associate

National College of Ireland - Cloud Competency Centre (CCC)

Location: Dublin - Ireland

Salary: €37,271 to €55,909 or £32,418.17 to £48,629.42 (converted salary*) Per annum

Hours: Full Time

Contract Type: Fixed-Term/Contract

Placed On: 8th October 2025

Closes: 31st October 2025

Job Ref: NCI1040

Reporting to: Head of the Cloud Competency Centre

The National College of Ireland is seeking an innovative Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Cloud Competency Centre (CCC). The individual will be expected to conduct research in computer systems, with a broad interest on Systems Architecture and High Performance Computing (HPC).

Purpose:

The successful candidate will be affiliated with the CCC, a centre bridging HPC, Data Analytics, Open Data, and Advanced Digital Skills, where we recognise the evolving landscape of work and provide a flexible work environment to accommodate our diverse team.

We encourage flexible work hours, enabling team members to adapt their schedules to suit their needs, as long as outcomes and deadlines are met. This flexibility allows for optimal productivity and personal well-being. We provide the necessary tools and technologies for seamless collaboration and communication.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS:

• CCC Head and Staff
• European project partners
• Dean of the School of Computing
• Wider NCI community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and carry out a work programme aligned with the objectives of the CCC EU-funded project portfolio such as
  • develop and deploy code;
  • write postgraduate modules and training materials;
  • compose project deliverables;
  • write and present conference papers; and,
  • write journal articles.
• Contribute to developing and enhancing the research profile of the Centre.
• Collaborate in suitable research activities in Ireland and, when circumstances allow, abroad in subject-related areas.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties requested by the CCC Head.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• A PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
• Strong coding skills in C/C++/Python/Java and solid working knowledge and experience of HPC platforms and software engineering principles.
• Relevant interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships with diverse researchers and senior staff in an international environment.
• Ability to balance research tasks and competing deadlines in EU-funded projects.

EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS:

SALARY: €37,271 - €57,027 (ACADEMIC I SALARY BAND).

ANNUAL LEAVE: 34 DAYS.

CONTRACT: THE POST IS FULL-TIME FOR A 24-MONTH FIXED TERM TO START ON 5TH OF JANUARY 2026 OR IMMEDIATELY THEREAFTER.

APPLICATION PROCESS

A 2-page original research statement is required. The statement should succinctly outline the candidate’s research interests, previous work, and proposed research topic, including the methodology and anticipated outcomes. It is imperative to disclose accurately that if large language models have been utilised to make significant modifications (“polishing”), such as rewriting entire paragraphs, content, or code, the specific sections affected should be specified.

To apply, please e-mail your cover letter, CV, and Research Statement as a single PDF file ONLY, using the email subject “Postdoctoral Research Associate in Computer Systems, NCI Reference no: NCI1040” to: recruitment-cdolan@ncirl.ie by FRIDAY 31ST OF OCTOBER 2025 5PM GMT.

INTERVIEWS ARE EXPECTED TO BE CONDUCTED ON THE WEEK STARTING ON 10TH OF NOVEMBER 2025.

NATIONAL COLLEGE OF IRELAND HAS A RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT ALL EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO LIVE AND WORK IN THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES POLICY:

National College of Ireland is an equal opportunities employer committed to policies, procedures, and practices that don’t discriminate based on gender, marital status, family status, age, disability, race, religion, sexual orientation, or membership in the traveller community