Munster Technological University (MTU) Has Announced 25 Postdoctoral Positions in TU RISE Research Programme (Fully Funded)

Munster Technological University (MTU) is thrilled to announce a range of research and innovation opportunities through its TU RISE (Technological University Research and Innovation Supporting Enterprise) programme, co-funded by the Irish Government and the European Commission.

These opportunities are designed to foster impactful research, strengthen industry partnerships, and drive innovation in the Southern region of Ireland. Below, we outline the key details of the TU RISE initiative, including postdoctoral positions, postgraduate opportunities, and the broader objectives of MTU’s Research-to-Impact ecosystem.

Why Choose MTU for Your Research Career?

MTU is a leader in research and innovation, boasting the largest research and innovation (R&I) expenditure in Ireland’s Technological Universities sector, exceeding €30 million, and the highest research income from industry partnerships. By joining MTU, you’ll become part of a vibrant community of researchers, postgraduates, and postdoctoral fellows dedicated to making impactful contributions across Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM), and Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (AHSS).

Key Highlights of MTU’s Research Ecosystem

• Work alongside world-class researchers on cutting-edge, multidisciplinary projects.
• Access MTU’s recently expanded Research and Innovation Advisory Offices and Graduate Research School.
• Engage with regional enterprises and community stakeholders to deliver sustainable, industry-led research outcomes.
• Benefit from training in innovative methodologies, such as design thinking and lean innovation.

TU RISE Postdoctoral Positions

MTU is recruiting 25 Postdoctoral Researchers to work on 10 multidisciplinary research projects aligned with Horizon Europe thematic areas. These positions offer a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research while collaborating with industry and community partners.

Scholarship Details

• Salary: €46,305 to €54,307 per annum, plus budgets for travel, IT equipment, and discretionary expenditure.
• Duration: 24 months, commencing no later than 1 January 2026.
• Location: MTU campuses in Cork or Kerry, depending on the project.
• Application Deadline: 30 June 2025.
• How to Apply: Submit your application through the MTU vacancies portal at www.mtu.ie/vacancies/.
• Contact: For inquiries, email [email protected].
• For more details, visit.

Available Postdoctoral Projects

Here’s a breakdown of the exciting TU RISE projects and their respective postdoctoral research positions:

See also: EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025

Project MASK (1 Position)

• Focus: Making Aerosol Safety Known
• Role: Aerosol Safety Research
• Description: Contribute to innovative research on aerosol safety, addressing critical public health challenges.

Project DOT.GREEN (3 Positions)

• Focus: Development, Optimisation, and Exploitation of Ireland’s First GREEN Biorefinery Pilot and Demonstration Facilities
• Roles:
  • Support of development and optimisation of green biorefinery pilot facility.
  • Support of development and optimisation of farm-based green biorefinery demonstration facility.
  • Sustainable economics and enterprise.
• Description: Work on sustainable biorefinery solutions to support Ireland’s green economy.

Project Star-FooD (2 Positions)

• Focus: Spectroscopic Techniques for Advanced, Rapid Food Diagnostics
• Roles:
  • Microbiology for Advanced, Rapid Food Diagnostics.
  • Spectroscopy for Advanced, Rapid Food Diagnostics, Fluidics.
• Description: Develop cutting-edge diagnostic tools for food safety and quality.

Project inTRUSTED (5 Positions)

• Focus: A Living Lab Approach for Trusted & Resilient User-Centric Secure Interwoven Digital Ecosystems
• Roles:
  • Artistic Methods for Digital Trust.
  • Cyber Security Compliance.
  • Cyber Security Resilience.
  • Data Engineering.
  • Human-Centred Design for Trust.
• Description: Enhance digital trust and security through innovative, user-centric approaches.

Check also: 28 Postdoctoral Opportunities at Chalmers University of Technology 2025

Project Quantum-Explore (3 Positions)

• Focus: Shaping the Next Generation of Quantum Information Science
• Roles:
  • Cryptography.
  • Software Engineering.
  • Human-Computer Interaction.
• Description: Advance quantum information science with applications in cryptography and software development.

Project RADSENSE (2 Positions)

• Focus: On-Chip Electrical Sensing of Free Radicals: Devices and Data Management Platforms
• Roles:
  • AI, Data Analytics, Data Management.
  • Nano-Electronic Devices for Gas Sensors.
• Description: Develop advanced sensing technologies for environmental and health applications.

Project VISTA (3 Positions)

• Focus: Virtual and Immersive Solutions for Sustainable Tourism and Accessibility to Cultural Heritage
• Roles:
  • Sustainable Cultural Heritage – Engineering and Computer Science.
  • Sustainable Cultural Heritage – Ethnomusicology, Cultural Policy & Heritage Management.
  • Sustainable Cultural Heritage – Creative Media, Sound, and Music.
• Description: Promote sustainable tourism and cultural heritage through immersive technologies.

Project Re-Learn (4 Positions)

• Focus: Radical Learning: Reimagining Higher Education through Design-Led Inclusion
• Roles:
  • Design for Difference – Architecture.
  • Inclusive Design.
  • Scaling Educational Solutions.
  • Systems Thinking.
• Description: Transform higher education through innovative, inclusive design methodologies.

Also Read: ISTA Postdoctoral Fellowships 2025-26 in Austria

Project THRIVE@MTU (1 Position)

• Focus: A Multidisciplinary Whole-Campus Intervention to Support Healthy Ageing
• Role: Health and Wellbeing Amongst Older Adults
• Description: Support healthy ageing through multidisciplinary research interventions.

Project AgRe-BÓ (1 Position)

• Focus: Integration of Renewable & Bioenergy Systems within the Irish Livestock Industry
• Role: Integration of Renewable & Bioenergy Systems
• Description: Drive sustainability in the livestock industry through renewable energy solutions.

Additional Research Opportunities

Postgraduate and Research Leader Recruitment

MTU is launching an international campaign to recruit 54 additional researchers, including:

• 18 Funded PhD Studentships.
• 8 Funded Research Masters.
• 25 Postdoctoral Research Leaders.
  These roles will work closely with industry and community partners to drive strategic, impactful research.

Workplace-Based Research Programmes

MTU offers regional stakeholders the opportunity to undertake workplace-based Research Masters and Doctorates focused on R&I projects within their organisations. Candidates should have expertise aligned with key economic sectors in the Southern region, including:

• Health
• Culture, Creativity, and Inclusive Society
• Civil Security for Society
• Digital, Industry, and Space
• Climate, Energy, and Mobility
• Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture, and Environment

MTU’s Research-to-Impact Ecosystem

The TU RISE programme is transforming MTU’s Research and Innovation ecosystem to deliver sustainable, impactful outcomes. Key objectives include:

• Expanding Research Capacity: Scaling up MTU’s Research and Innovation Advisory Offices and Graduate Research School to support the interface between researchers and regional enterprises.
• Developing Human Capital: Training 20 additional PhDs, 12 Research Masters, and 22 Postdocs to deliver research aligned with regional needs.
• Fostering Industry Collaboration: Engaging SMEs and entrepreneurs through workshops, hackathons, innovation challenges, and Living Labs to create long-term partnerships.
• Promoting Multidisciplinarity: Forming diverse research teams to address global challenges using structured approaches like design thinking.
• Driving Sustainable Outcomes: Aligning research with Horizon Europe thematic areas to address critical global and regional challenges.

Industry Engagement

MTU’s enhanced R&I Advisory Offices will facilitate collaboration between researchers and regional enterprises. Key initiatives include:

• Multidisciplinary Teams: Forming diverse teams of undergraduates, postgraduates, postdocs, and academic staff to tackle short-term (3-month) innovation challenges with enterprises.
• Training in Innovation: Providing training in design thinking and lean innovation methodologies to ensure creative and systematic solutions.
• Researcher Placements: Placing 32 postgraduate researchers in industry to enhance training and align research with enterprise needs.

How to Get Involved

• Apply for Postdoctoral Positions: Visit www.mtu.ie/vacancies/ to explore and apply for the TU RISE postdoctoral roles by 30 June 2025.
• Inquire About Opportunities: Contact [email protected] for details about specific projects or the TU RISE programme.
• Explore Industry Partnerships: Enterprises interested in collaborating with MTU can engage in workshops, innovation challenges, or host student placements to co-create solutions.

Join MTU’s Research-to-Impact ecosystem and contribute to transformative research that drives innovation, sustainability, and positive change in the Southern region and beyond!