循环电子与自动化再制造方向博士职位

Overview: The ECODESIGN Doctoral Network (DN) is a pan-European research and training initiative aimed at developing the next generation of experts in sustainable product design and circular economy practices. It brings together nine leading universities and a range of industrial partners to train 15 doctoral candidates through interdisciplinary and intersectoral research. The programme is aligned with key EU policies, including the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and the Circular Economy Action Plan, and seeks to strengthen European competitiveness, resilience, and sustainability. By adopting a holistic lifecycle perspective that integrates environmental, social, and economic considerations, ECODESIGN addresses the need for more sustainable and circular products across sectors such as electronics, automotive, and industrial systems. The project is structured around five core pillars - Performance, Information, Planet, People, and Prosperity - delivered through dedicated work packages. It develops advanced ecodesign frameworks to support reuse, repair, remanufacturing, and recycling, enabled by Industry 5.0 technologies and human–robot collaboration. Key innovations include Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and data-driven tools to improve lifecycle transparency, alongside methods for assessing environmental, social, and economic impacts. Within this framework, the successful candidates will each undertake a PhD focused on eco-design for automated electronics remanufacturing, with particular emphasis on printed circuit boards (PCBs) or life consumption monitoring and DPPs. The roles will involve designing product architectures that enable efficient disassembly, testing, and reuse. The candidates will combine engineering design, automation, and sustainability assessment to develop practical tools and methods, working closely with international academic and industrial partners. For informal enquiries please feel free to contact. Eoin Hinchy at eoin.hinchy@ul.ie or Eoin O’Connell eoin.oconnell@ul.ie

Requirements / required education level / degree: Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Requirements / required education level / discipline: Engineering

Requirements / skills: Project description and role: The project is structured around five core pillars - Performance, Information, Planet, People, and Prosperity - delivered through dedicated work packages. It develops advanced ecodesign frameworks to support reuse, repair, remanufacturing, and recycling, enabled by Industry 5.0 technologies and human–robot collaboration. Key innovations include Digital Product Passports (DPPs) and data-driven tools to improve lifecycle transparency, alongside methods for assessing environmental, social, and economic impacts. Candidate Profile: We are seeking two highly motivated candidates with strong technical ability and an interest in ecodesign, circular electronics and sustainable manufacturing. Applicants should be keen to combine practical engineering with independent research and collaborate with international academic and industrial partners.

Requirements / specific requirements: Essential Requirements • Degree at National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Level 8 with first class honours (or equivalent), or a master’s degree in electronic engineering, Mechanical, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, Robotics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline. • Strong interest in sustainable engineering and the circular economy, particularly in eco-design, remanufacturing, or electronics lifecycle management • Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary and international research team, engaging with both academic and industrial partners • Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of independent research, with excellent organisational, communication, and presentation skills • Willingness to undertake international secondments with industrial partners • Excellent command of written and spoken English, demonstrated ability in technical writing, including preparation of reports, theses, or scientific publications • Knowledge and/or experience in two or more of the following areas: • Automation and robotics • Electronics or PCB design, testing, or manufacturing processes • Programming/software development skills • Digital manufacturing, Industry 4.0, or cyber-physical systems • Product design for disassembly, remanufacturing, or recycling • Data analysis, AI, or machine learning applied to engineering systems

Desirable Competences: • Track record of publications (preferably indexed in Web of Science) and/or conference presentations, demonstrating research excellence • Experience in electronics/PCB design, testing, or manufacturing processes • Experience with programming and/or AI/ML tools (e.g. Python, MATLAB, scikit-learn, TensorFlow) • Knowledge of eco-design, circular economy, or design for manufacturing and recycling principles

Requirements / required languages / language: ENGLISH

Requirements / required languages / language level: Excellent

Research experience / main research field: Engineering

Research experience / research sub field: Electronic engineering

Research experience / years of research experience: None

Research experience / main research field: Technology

Research experience / research sub field: Environmental technology

Research experience / years of research experience: None

Research experience / main research field: Environmental science

Research experience / research sub field: Natural resources management

Research experience / years of research experience: None

Additional information / benefits: • Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) funded fellowship. • Tuition fees fully covered. • Funding for equipment, conference travel, and publications. • Duration: 36 months, full time • Expected start date for the positions: January 2027 • Remuneration package including a mobility allowance, with a family allowance where applicable, in accordance with MSCA rules.

Additional information / eligibility criteria: Applicants must satisfy the following requirements: • Academic qualifications: Meet the academic requirements outlined under Essential Requirements and qualify for admission to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programme at the University of Limerick. • Mobility requirement: Under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) mobility rule, applicants must not have resided or carried out their main activity, including work or study, in Ireland for more than 12 months during the 36 months immediately preceding their recruitment date. Any applicable exemptions will be assessed under the relevant MSCA rules. • Nationality: Applications are welcome from candidates of any nationality. • English proficiency: Meet the University of Limerick’s English language requirements for postgraduate research. • Programme participation: Successful candidates must enrol in the doctoral programme and participate in the required research and training activities.

Eligibility will be verified before an appointment is confirmed.

Additional information / selection process: Applications will be assessed against the essential and desirable criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an interview to discuss their academic background, relevant project or research experience, and suitability for the position. Reference checks will be conducted for the preferred candidate before a final offer is made.

Additional information / comment: Application End Date: Applications accepted via email until 17:00 GMT on October 30th 2026 . Interviews will be carried out as soon as suitable candidates are identified.

Work location / nr job positions: 2

Work location / job organisation institute: University of Limerick

Work location / job country: Ireland

Work location / job state province: Limerick

Work location / job city: Castletroy

Work location / job postal code: V94T9PX

Work location / job street: Faculty of Science and Engineering

Hiring contact / organisation institute: University of Limerick

Hiring contact / organisation institute type: Higher Education Institute

Hiring contact / division faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering

Hiring contact / country: Ireland

Hiring contact / city: Limerick

Hiring contact / state province: Limerick

Hiring contact / postal code: V94T9PX

Hiring contact / street: Limerick

Hiring contact / e mail: ece@ul.ie

Hiring contact / website: http://www.ul.ie/hrvacancies/

Hiring contact / phone: 061202662

Application / how to apply: e-mail

Application / application email: ece@ul.ie

EU funding / framework programme: Horizon Europe - MSCA

EU funding / cofund nr job position: 2

EU funding / cofund destination countries: European Union

EU funding / sesam agreement number: 101312812

Research field / main research field: Engineering

Research field / sub research field: Electronic engineering

Research field / main research field: Technology

Research field / sub research field: Environmental technology

Researcher profile: First Stage Researcher (R1)

Positions: PhD Positions

Contract: Permanent

Job status: Full-time

Application deadline (as exported; timezone unverified): 2026-10-30T17:00:00