Research Associate in Applied Mathematics

About the role

We invite applications for a three-year postdoctoral research position in applied mathematics, working with Professor Tim Rogers in the Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath.

The position has been created to strengthen the Networks and Collective Behaviour research group led by Professor Tim Rogers, the incoming Head of Department. The role offers an exciting and flexible opportunity for a confident early-career researcher to both contribute to existing research lines within the group and to initiate new projects in collaboration with Prof Rogers. You will be able to make leading contributions in a variety of research directions, from building new interdisciplinary collaborations to publishing and disseminating results.

About the Networks and Collective Behaviour research group

The successful candidate will join an active research group focused on the development and application of mathematical methods to complex systems, with a particular emphasis on networks, stochastic processes and mathematical biology. Group members work on a variety of topics from ecology, evolution and epidemiology, through to animal and human behavioural dynamics. We develop and analyse mathematical models (both simulation and theoretical studies) and often work collaboration with experimental scientists. Mathematical techniques deployed include network theory, dynamical systems, stochastic processes and random matrix theory.

About you

We are looking for an enthusiastic and conscientious researcher who would value the opportunity to begin new collaborations and begin to develop leadership of their own research programme. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and attributes:

• A PhD in mathematics, theoretical physics, or a closely related discipline (or expected to be awarded shortly).
• Strong background in applied mathematics and analytical techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.
• Experience of interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Familiarity with numerical methods or programming (e.g. in MATLAB).
• A track record of publications in high-quality journals.

Further information

For an informal discussion relating to this role, please contact Professor Tim Rogers, ma3tcr@bath.ac.uk

This is a full time, fixed term position with an expected end date of October 2028.

As a member of Research Staff at the University of Bath, you will be encouraged to take up a minimum of 10 days professional development pro rata per year"

A lower grade offer may be made (Grade 6) with comparable reduction in responsibilities and amendment in job title to Research Assistant, if a suitable applicant cannot be found to fill the Grade 7 position. Applicants will need to be within six months of their course completion date and will be promoted to Research Associate once their PhD has been awarded.

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