A fully funded PhD position will be available in my group, and there are also attractive fellowship schemes that may support additional PhD positions.
Prospective postdoctoral researchers interested in contributing to this vision are also encouraged to get in touch — I’m happy to discuss potential fellowship opportunities.
Research-driven MSc students are similarly welcome to explore supervised thesis projects.
Students with an entrepreneurial focus on bioprocess software and digitalization are also invited to reach out.
Ideal candidate profile
The ideal background may vary depending on the specific project, but generally includes:
A degree in chemical or (bio)process engineering, systems biology, computer science, 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, and Python programming.
For the time being, I am welcoming expressions of interest. Candidates can send a complete CV, transcripts, and a motivation letter outlining their background and research interests. 📩 sebastian.espinelrios@csiro.au.
Launching in early 2026: the Systems Engineering for Biotechnology research group at University College Dublin, School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, in Ireland’s capital city.Â