Research Fellow - School of Computer Science and Statistics
Trinity College Dublin
Dublin,
Dublin,
Ireland
Research and Science
Critical Skills
Salary
47273 - 53925 EUR /YEAR
Job posted on May 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Trinity is Ireland’s leading university and is ranked 75th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026). Founded in 1592, the University is steeped in history with a reputation for excellence in education, research, and innovation, which has been inspiring generations of thinkers for over 400 years. Thrive: Trinity College Dublin's Strategic Plan 2025 - 2030 Post Summary:- The Complex Software Lab at Trinity College Dublin invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to work on QTest: Software Testing for Quantum Computing, a work programme funded under the LERO Research Ireland Research Centre for Software. Quantum computing is emerging as a transformative paradigm, yet the software engineering and testing foundations required to ensure the reliability of quantum programs remain underdeveloped. This project addresses this gap by developing novel testing methodologies, frameworks, and tools specifically tailored for quantum software, accounting for properties such as non-determinism, superposition, entanglement, and noisy intermediate-scale quantum (NISQ) devices. The successful candidate will conduct cutting-edge research at the intersection of software engineering, testing, and quantum computing, contributing to both fundamental research and open-source tooling, while collaborating with academic and industrial partners within LERO and beyond. Post status: Specific purpose contract Hours of Post: 39 hours per week (full-time) Salary: This appointment will be made on the Research Ireland Salary Scale for New Post Doctoral Researcher (Level 2A) at a point in line with Government Pay Policy [€47,273 to €53,925 per annum]. The specific salary point will be determined by qualifications and experience, and in accordance with RI and TCD guidelines. How to apply: Applicants should submit:
Submit applications to: Name: Dr. Anthony Ventresque Email: anthony.ventresque@tcd.ie Closing date 12 noon the 19th of May 2026 Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.
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- A full Curriculum Vitae (CV), including a list of publications and the names and contact details of two referees.
- A cover letter detailing their experience and motivation for applying.
Submit applications to: Name: Dr. Anthony Ventresque Email: anthony.ventresque@tcd.ie Closing date 12 noon the 19th of May 2026 Our Values - putting our words into action Values matter. They are key to the success of our Strategic Plan. We centre our behavioural values around the importance of belonging. We recognise that the university will thrive by each of us respecting and caring for one another. We know we can achieve much more through working together. We know too that we must take responsibility for our actions and be accountable. We must, and will never stop, imagining. And through being nature positive we connect not just with the environment but with our ambitions for a sustainable future. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. Trinity College Dublin is Ireland’s premier university. We are an EU Sustainable Gender Equality Champion and hold an Athena Swan Silver Award, recognising our ongoing work to advance gender equality both within Trinity and across the higher education sector. Trinity is committed to supporting work–life balance and creating a family-friendly working environment.