Research Associate

Job number    ACAD104489
Division/School     School of Mathematics
Contract type    Open Ended
Working pattern    Full time
Salary      £33,797 to £36,914 per annum
Closing date for applications      29-Mar-2020

Applications are invited for a Research Associate position in the School of Mathematics at the University of Bristol. The position is available from 1 September 2020, with funding for up to 2 years, with a flexible start date (but no later than 1 January 2021).  The successful candidate will join the Institute of Pure Mathematics at the University of Bristol and will be working with Dr Viveka Erlandsson. 

This post is funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), UK’s national research agency in Mathematical Sciences, through the grant “Geodesic Currents and Counting Problems”. This is an exciting project in the interface of geometry, topology, geometric group theory, and dynamics.  

The applicant should have, or expect to soon receive, a PhD (or equivalent) in pure mathematics and have experience working in (hyperbolic) geometry, low dimensional topology, Teichmüller Theory, or related fields. The applicant should also have demonstrated ability to write and publish high-quality academic papers, excellent interpersonal and communications skills, willingness to undertake occasional (international) travel to disseminate research, willingness to learn new techniques and start new collaborations. 

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Viveka Erlandsson, V.Erlandsson@bristol.ac.uk. 

The School of Mathematics is one of the leading centres for research and teaching in the mathematical sciences in the UK, and offers a stimulating and friendly environment with first-rate facilities. 

Candidates from underrepresented groups in mathematics are particularly encouraged to apply. 

We welcome applications from all members of our community and are particularly encouraging those from diverse groups, such as members of the LGBT+ and BAME communities, to join us.