Opportunities

Fully funded PhD opportunity in AI/ML-powered digital twins of biopharmaceutical processes available. More information on FindAPhD listing.

Unsolicited applications 

We welcome unsolicited applications and inquiries.

• Accepting PhD students and postdoctoral researchers. 

• Supervised projects are available for motivated MSc students.

• Visiting students are also encouraged to explore short-term research internships.

• Entrepreneurial opportunities are available in bioprocess software development.

The ideal applicant's background may vary depending on the specific project, but generally includes:

• A degree in chemical/(bio)process engineering, systems biology, data science, or related fields.

• Prior experience, or at least a strong foundation, in one or more of the following areas: process/metabolic modeling, optimization, control, AI/machine learning.

Interested candidates should email a single PDF containing their CV, academic transcripts, and a letter of motivation to sebastian.espinelrios@ucd.ie.

Scholarships/funding

Several funding opportunities are available, including:

Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme

UCD China Scholarship Scheme (CSC)

Irish Universities Association (IUA)-ANID Scholarship Programme (National Agency of Research and Development of the Republic of Chile)

Marie Skłodowska-Curie

Enterprise Partnership Scheme

Find additional information here.