Queen Mary University of London, School of Physical and Chemical Sciences
Position ID:
Position Title:
Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Theoretical Physics
Position Type:
Postdoctoral
Position Location:
London, London, City of E1 4NS, United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
Subject Areas:
Theoretical Physics / General relativity, Theoretical High Energy Physics, Quantum Field Theory, String theory
Appl Deadline:
2024/01/10 11:59PM
* finished (2023/11/14, finished 2024/07/13, listed until 2024/01/10)
* finished (2023/11/14, finished 2024/07/13, listed until 2024/01/10)Position Description:
*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***
Position Description
About the Role The Centre for Theoretical Physics (CTP) at Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) invites applications for a fixed-term 2-year Postdoctoral Research Assistant position in Theoretical Physics. Applicants should have a strong research record within theoretical physics and show potential to contribute strongly to the CTP’s research goals, particularly in the broad area of scattering amplitudes. This includes: applications of amplitudes to classical gravity; computations of loop amplitudes in gauge theories and gravity; colour-kinematics duality and double copy relating gauge theories and gravity; string theory amplitudes and worldsheet formulations of field theory amplitudes; and celestial amplitudes. About You The successful candidate will hold a PhD (or equivalent) in theoretical physics and have expertise in modern scattering amplitudes research. In particular, they are expected to work with academics, postdocs and PhD students of the CTP, and bring research experience in some of the key areas mentioned above. They will be required to have strong analytical skills, to be an effective team player and to be able to work independently. About the Centre The CTP at QMUL is home to one of the leading groups in amplitudes research, with current members including Andi Brandhuber, Ricardo Monteiro, Bill Spence, Gabriele Travaglini, Congkao Wen, and Chris White. Our research interests are very broad, with recent focus on the topics previously mentioned. The position will provide the successful candidate with an exceptional opportunity to become part of a highly active research centre focused on fertile and vibrant areas of theoretical physics. Benefits We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum (pro-rata for part-time/fixed-term), a season ticket loan scheme and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. In addition, we offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus. Queen Mary’s commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly. NOTE: As part of application process, applicants must include three Reference Letters. Applicants must also complete an application on the QMUL University website, please click here - https://www.qmul.ac.uk/jobs/vacancies/items/9103.html - if an application is not made on the QMUL jobsite then the application will not be considered. The closing date for applications is 10 January 2024.Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Publication list
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )
And anything else requested in the position description.
Further Info:
+442078826956
Queen Mary University of London
Mile End Road
London
E1 4NS
Mile End Road
London
E1 4NS