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Job Description
Grade UE08: 49250 to 60321 per annum
School of Physics and Astronomy / College of Science and Engineering
Full time: 35 hours per week
Fixed term: for 5 years
We are looking for an early career postdoctoral researcher who is ready to develop their own independent research in a supportive environment in collaboration with and under the guidance of the newly appointed Tait Chair of Mathematical Physics Professor Steve Tobias.
The Opportunity:
The Fellowship aims to provide a supportive and collegial environment for an earlycareer researcher to develop their research and submit proposals to secure external research funding (e.g. a 5year Research Fellowship such as a Royal Society University Research Fellowship; an Ernest Rutherford Fellowship; a UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship or a European Research Council fellowship) and where appropriate other external research resources such as computer/facility time.
The research should be in an area aligned with the interests of Professor Steve Tobias. In particular the candidate should be interested in developing and utilising theoretical and computational methods (including Machine Learning) for multiscale problems in fluid dynamics and magnetohydrodynamics and have an interest in astrophysical and geophysical fluids.
The post is available either on a fulltime or parttime basis and we are open to considering flexible working patterns.We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a noncontractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular oncampus working.
The post is fixed term for 5 years with a start date ideally 1st October 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.
The salary for this post is 49250 to 60321 per annum.
The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Edinburgh is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating discrimination.
The School strives to create a more diverse equitable and inclusive workplace for all and we are looking to actively diversify our staff. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and in particular encourage applications from people of colour women people with disabilities LGBTQ people and other minority and underrepresented groups. We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and familyfriendly working as evidenced by our Juno Champion and Athena SWAN Silver awards.
Your skills and attributes for success:
- PhD in Mathematics Physics Astrophysics Geophysics or related subject.
- Relevant research experience in theoretical and computational astrophysical and geophysical fluid dynamics with a record of highquality leadauthor and coauthored refereed journal publications (relative to career stage).
- A track record of publication in high quality journals.
- Ability to lead and/or take responsibility for independent research; developing research objectives projects and proposals for individual and collaborative research.
- Capable of working independently exercising a high degree of initiative and with the ability to think creatively.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly orally and in writing.
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Application Information
Please ensure you include the following documents in your application:
Curriculum Vitae.
Cover letter indicating your experience in relevant areas.
The name and contact details of two referees.
A 1page outline of a proposed research programme in a relevant area.
As a valued member of our team you can expect:
- A competitive salary.
- Mentoring by Professor S.M. Tobias.
- An exciting positive creative challenging and rewarding place to work.
- To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
- Comprehensive Staff Benefits such as a generous holiday entitlement competitive pension schemes staff discounts and familyfriendly initiatives. Check out the full list on ourstaff benefits page(opens in a new tab) and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality diversity and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on ourright to work webpages(opens new browser tab)
The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Offices English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 11th April 2025.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
