Postdoctoral: School of Engineering: The School of Engineering at Trinity College Dublin, in collaboration with the Science Foundation Ireland CONNECT Centre, is excited to announce a vacancy for a Postdoctoral Research Fellow. This is part of the “Not A Space Race,” a cutting-edge 2-year project focusing on the study and perception of quantum technologies within various strategic sectors.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
Research Area:
Quantum Technologies – Perception and Policy Strategies
Location:
Trinity College Dublin, Ireland
* Required:
* PhD degree in Engineering, Science and Technology Studies (STS), policy, media studies, physics, philosophy, or other related fields.
* Experience in transdisciplinary or interdisciplinary research.
* Preferred:
* Strong publication track record.
* Experience with innovative methodologies in science, technology, and society.
Job Description:
The successful candidate will join the CONNECT Centre’s Network Ecologies group and Trinity’s School of Engineering. The role involves engaging with the Trinity Quantum Alliance network and the CoQREATE collaboration. Tasks will include investigating the various perceptions of quantum technologies among different stakeholders (policy, media, industry) in Ireland and globally. The framework of Jacques Rancière’s concept of disagreement will be central to the approach taken in this research.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit:
* A CV
* Contact details of two referees (including email addresses)
Application Submission:
Applications should be emailed to Dr. Harun Šiljak at harun dot siljak at tcd dot ie, with the subject line “Postdoc Application + [Your Name].”
Last Date to Apply:
End of September 2024
Applicants are encouraged to read more about the project and feel free to make informal inquiries to the same email address. Ph.D. students nearing completion who can defend their thesis before the end of 2024 are also welcome to apply.
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