Post by Bernal Institute, University of Limerick

🚀 Call for Expression of Interest – MSCA 2026 Resilient & Sustainable Materials | Composite Materials & Structures Are you planning your Marie Skłodowska-Curie Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026 application? The Composite Materials & Structures team at the Bernal Institute, University of Limerick, are now inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) from ambitious postdoctoral researchers to develop competitive MSCA proposals. 🌍 Research Focus Areas Include: Advanced composite materials Sustainable and recyclable materials Lightweight structures for energy and transport Structural performance and durability Digital manufacturing & modelling of composites By joining Bernal, you will be part of a world-class, interdisciplinary environment working at the cutting edge of materials science and engineering. 📩 EOI details and application - see attached PDF Contact Dr Vincenzo Oliveri, [email protected] 💬 What our researchers say: “During my period as an MC fellow, the Bernal Institute provided me with a uniquely enriched multidisciplinary environment in which I was able to expand my expertise and refine my skill sets. The collaborative and supportive atmosphere among the members of the different groups at Bernal was essential in shaping my research independence and academic career”. Dr Andrés Felipe Quintero-Jaime, recent MC fellow, Bernal Institute, Department of Chemical Sciences, UL. “The Bernal very actively encourages researchers to step beyond their comfort zone. My MC fellowship at the Bernal helped me to develop skills in a supportive environment. The strong culture of connection & collaboration played a significant role in supporting my transition from ECR to primary investigator, ultimately leading to my appointment to a faculty position.” Dr Alison O’Connor, Assistant Professor, UL “The Bernal Institute provides a dynamic and supportive research environment that empowers scientists to expand their expertise and pursue innovative ideas with confidence. As a mid-career postdoc, the strong emphasis on collaboration, networking, and interdisciplinary engagement at Bernal really created meaningful opportunities for my growth as a researcher.” Dr. Suvodeep Sen, MSCA Postdoctoral Researcher, UL 🔬 Why join the Bernal Institute? 450+ researchers across disciplines €100m+ investment in research infrastructure 20,000 m² of state-of-the-art facilities Strong industry collaboration and global partnerships ✨ Shape the future of sustainable materials. Build your MSCA journey with Bernal. #MSCA #MarieCurie #MaterialsScience #Composites #Sustainability #Postdoc #ResearchCareers #BernalInstitute #UniversityOfLimerick #Engineering #Innovation #composite #materials Vincenzo Oliveri Bernal Institute, University of Limerick