Project Officer - Quantum Many-Body Physics - Durham A part-time fixed-term Project Officer position is available to support a new research project within the Durham Quantum Light and Matter group. The position is funded by UKRI and the research project is focussing on understanding the behaviour of interacting many-body quantum systems. The project is a collaboration with researchers in Durham, London, Birmingham, France, Germany and the USA. The post holder will work directly with Prof. Simon Cornish (Physics) the science lead and overall programme manager. To find out more, visit the project webpage: Durham Quantum Light and Matter webpage: Please note that this role may involve travel beyond the University, including visits to project partner institutions, external events and collaborative meetings. Flexibility and willingness to travel are therefore important aspects of the role.This role is offered on a fixed term (5 years) part time (14 hours per week) basis. Working pattern will be subject to agreement.The target start date for this position is no later than 1 February 2026. How to applyTo progress to the assessment stage, candidates must evidence each of the essential criteria required for the role in the person specification above. Where there are desirable criteria we would also urge you to provide any relevant evidence. Please don't forget to check if there is any weighted criteria (see above).While some criteria will be considered at the shortlisting stage, other criteria may be considered later in the assessment process, such as questions at interview. What you are required to submit:* A CV.* A covering letter or statement which shows examples of how you meet all of the criteria within the Person Specification. Contact details If you would like to have a chat or ask any questions about the role, Professor Simon Cornish (s.) would be happy to speak to you.