Postdoctoral Researcher in Solar Astrophysics

Role Profile

A 4-year postdoctoral position in the field of solar astrophysics is available in the School of Physical Sciences, Dublin City University in the group of Dr David Long. This position is funded as part of the project the Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Project “SEP Origins” and will focus on modelling the expected spectroscopic signatures of plasma fractionation processes at different heights in the solar atmosphere. The successful candidate will work with the PI and his team to predict and identify spectroscopic signatures of plasma fractionation processes and associated energetic seed particle populations in the low solar atmosphere. This will be done using observations from space-based missions such as Hinode/EIS, IRIS, and Solar Orbiter SPICE, and will include utilising machine learning techniques to examine and exploit archival and future data from these missions. The role requires a proven ability to carry out research projects with a degree of independence, as well as strong team-working skills. The successful candidate will have collaboration, supervision and teaching opportunities, and will be expected to present at major international conferences.

Please see the attached job description which includes details on the responsibilities associated with the role and the qualifications and experience required.

Salary Scale: IUA Postdoctoral Researcher Salary Scale: €46,805 – €59,654 (Point 1 – Point 10)

Appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in line with current Government pay policy.

Closing Date: Sunday, 1st March 2026

Additional Information

Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.

For more information on the School of Physical Sciences, please visit School of Physical Sciences

Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to: 

Dr David Long, Assistant Professor, School of Physical Sciences, Faculty of Science and Health, Dublin City University.

Email: david.long@dcu.ie

Please do not send applications to this email address, instead apply as described below.

Application Procedure:

Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:

1)  Curriculum Vitae

2)  Cover Letter

3)  Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).

Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.

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