Research Fellow

The job is to undertake research in solar physics within the Astrophysics Research Centre of the School of Mathematics and Physics. In the role, the candidate will develop and employ computer algorithms for the analysis of oscillatory and wave signals manifesting in solar observations. With this in mind, they will carry out analyses, critical evaluations, and interpretations of the acquired observational datasets, before presenting regular progress reports on research to members of the research group and to relevant national and international conferences. The fellow will prepare, often in consultation with their supervisor, material for publication and publish the results in the refereed literature. They will also carry out routine administrative tasks associated with the research projects to ensure that projects are completed on time and within budget. These might include organisation of project meetings and documentation, financial control, risk assessment of research activities. The fellow will also help supervise (as necessary) and support postgraduate and undergraduate students working in this area.

About the person:

The applicant should either be awarded, or have submitted by the time of taking up the post, a PhD in Solar Physics or a closely-related discipline. The candidate should have specific, relevant research experience, including either (i) the development of magneto-hydrodynamic wave theory and/or the modelling of the solar atmosphere, (ii) the reduction, analysis, and interpretation of solar observations from satellite-borne or ground-based instruments, and/or (iii) the development of computer algorithms to detect/isolate/track/quantify small-scale oscillations in the solar atmosphere. They should also have experience with computer coding environments, e.g., Python, IDL, and ha ve produced a number of high-quality refereed publications in the research field, commensurate with their stage of career.

To be successful at shortlisting stage, please ensure you clearly evidence in your application how you meet the essential and, where applicable, desirable criteria listed in the Candidate Information.

Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

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