About the role
The post is an exciting opportunity for a researcher with a strong background in probability and statistical mechanics. The main research areas include strongly correlated systems such as the Abelian sandpile; random interfaces such as the Gaussian free field; stochastic processes on graphs.
This post is funded by the EPSRC New Investigator Award ‘Fermionic approach to height fields in the Abelian sandpile’ of Dr. Alessandra Cipriani.
The post is available from the 1st April and it is funded for up to 24 months. Successful applicants should be in post by September .
About you
Applicants will need a PhD degree in Mathematics or similar subject, and knowledge of probability theory, as well as experience in the development of novel probabilistic methodology. Previous research experience in random interfaces and lattice models would be an advantage.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are:
• 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days)
• Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme
• Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
• Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
• Immigration loan
• Relocation scheme for certain posts
• On-Site nursery
• On-site gym
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
• Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
• Discounted medical insurance