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Postdoctoral research associate in mathematical physics

Heriot-Watt University
Research associate
Posted: 17 June
Offer description

Position: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mathematical Physics

Salary: Grade 7 (£37,174 - £46,735)

Contract Type: Full Time (1FTE), Fixed Term (24 Months)

Detailed Description 

Applicants should have a PhD in physics and a track record of research excellence in quantum field theory, effective field theory, conformal field theory, nonperturbative methods, or related areas. We strongly encourage applicants from underrepresented groups or from institutions with limited resources.

Key Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Take a leading role in the research group, developing new research projects
2. Collaborate with members of the Heriot-Watt mathematical physics group, as well as pursue independent collaborations with researchers at other institutions
3. Co-supervise potential PhD students who will be collaborating on research projects
4. Attend weekly research group meetings, as well as the biweekly Edinburgh Mathematical Physics Group joint seminar
5. Interact with other Postdoctoral Research Associates and PhD students working on related projects
6. Contribute to the organisation of local seminars or workshops as necessary

Education, Qualifications and Experience

The ideal candidate will have the following skills and experience:

Essential:

7. Hold a PhD (or near completion) in Physics, Theoretical Physics, or Mathematical Physics
8. Research experience in quantum field theory
9. Experience in delivering research results in an academic context; e.g. a record of peer-reviewed journal publications and conference presentations
10. Ability to work independently, exercising a high degree of initiative and demonstrating a proactive and flexible approach to research

Desirable:

11. Experience with nonperturbative methods
12. Experience with conformal field theory and effective field theory
13. Experience supervising graduate student research

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