Postdoctoral Research Associate |
Vacancy Ref: : |
042610 |
Closing Date : |
27-Feb-2018 |
Contact Person : |
Jill Douglas |
Contact Number : |
0131 650 6568 |
Contact Email : |
hr@maths.ed.ac.uk |
Applications are invited for the post of Postdoctoral Research Associate in algebraic geometry and representation theory in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh.
The post is available from 1st September 2018, or a mutually agreed date, for a 24 months fixed term contract.
The position is funded from an ERC starting grant “Categorified Donaldson-Thomas theory” of Ben Davison. This project explores the categorification of Donaldson-Thomas invariants, along with links to other enumerative invariants of 3-dimensional algebraic varieties, along with connected questions in cluster algebra, nonabelian Hodge theory and the geometric representation theory of Nakajima quiver varieties and Yangians. In addition, he or she will be encouraged to pursue his/her own, and newly arising, research questions.
More information about our thriving and growing group can be found at the Hodge Institute website. The starting salary will be in the range of £32,548 - £38,833 depending on experience.
Please enclose with your application your CV, a research statement, and arrange for at least three letters of reference to be sent to hr@maths.ed.ac.uk. The closing date for receipt of applications, including letters of reference, is 27 February 2018.
Informal enquiries are encouraged; please contact Ben Davison by email: bdjdavison@gmail.com. |
Job Details
Job title: Postdoctoral Research Associate in Pure Mathematics
School: Mathematics
Line manager: Ben Davison
Job Purpose
This position is funded from an ERC starting grant on “Categorified Donaldson-Thomas theory”; this project includes a variety of possible research directions to which the appointee could contribute. He or she will also be encouraged to pursue his/her own and newly arising research directions.
The research will be carried out in cooperation with Ben Davison. More information can be found at Hodge Institute.
Main Responsibilities (Approx. % of time)
95 To undertake research in the discipline
5 To undertake development training as necessary
Person Specification
Candidates should have a PhD in mathematics by the time of the start of the position and have expertise in one of the areas of: enumerative invariants of 3-dimensional complex varieties, cluster and quantum cluster algebra formalism, low-dimensional topology, nonabelian Hodge theory, geometric representation theory of Nakajima quiver varieties. Candidates should also be enthusiastic about learning new methods, and applying their existing knowledge in innovative ways.
Key Contacts/Relationships
Ben Davison Other members of the Hodge Institute within the School of Mathematics. Academic staff within the School. School support staff. Undergraduate and postgraduate students; postdoctoral colleagues.
Postdoctoral Teaching in the School of Mathematics
Candidates will have the opportunity to teach (but there is no requirement to do so). If the candidate does choose to volunteer to teach, the School will seek to find assignments that are beneficial in terms of career development and compatible with the post-doc's research expertise. Moreover, the post-doc would receive the same amount of support and training as those with a teaching requirement.
Application Procedure
All applicants should apply online by clicking the apply link at the bottom of this page. The application process is quick and easy to follow, and you will receive email confirmation of safe receipt of your application. Besides filling in the information required by the online system, please upload a CV and a research statement under “Optional Documents”, and also arrange for at least three referees to send letters of recommendation directly by email to hr@maths.ed.ac.uk by the closing date.
You will be notified by email whether you have been shortlisted for interview or not. If you have not heard from us by 09 March 2018 your application has been unsuccessful.
The closing date is 27 February 2018 at 5pm GMT.
Eligibility to Work
In accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 the University of Edinburgh, as an employer, has a legal responsibility to prevent illegal working and therefore must check that all employees are entitled to work in the United Kingdom (UK).
To do so, the University of Edinburgh requires to see original documents evidencing right to work in the UK before commencement of employment and this is normally carried out at interview. Details will be provided in any letter of invitation to interview.
For further information on eligibility to work please visit our eligibility to work website
If you are not currently eligible to work in the UK, the University has the authority to issue a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) to successful candidates who meet the eligibility criteria. The CoS enables candidates to apply for a Tier 2 (general visa) in accordance with current UK Visas and Immigration rules.
For applicants interested in sponsorship information is available on our Working in the UK website
However, if you have previously been sponsored by an employer within the UK but your leave has expired or lapsed and you are no longer in the UK, according to Home Office Visa Immigration rules you cannot apply for sponsorship under any category of Tier 2 for a period of 12 months after the date your visa expired and/or you left the UK.
If you are an academic in the field of sciences; humanities; engineering; medicine; digital technology; or the arts and come from outside the EEA, it may be possible for you to apply for a Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa.
The Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa route offers a greater flexibility in your employment compared to other UK immigration routes, meaning you can, for example, move organisation, location and/or job role. By contrast with, a Tier 2 visa where you are ‘tied to a UK sponsor’. Tier 1 provides greater flexibility in undertaking additional engagements, such as collaborations and is intended as a route to settlement. Allowed absences from the UK are up to 180 days per year without losing the eligibility to qualify for settlement, with no restriction on the reason for absence (unlike Tier 2, where any absences from the UK must be for a purpose consistent with the person’s employment or economic activity, including paid annual leave, or for serious or compelling personal reasons).
You would initially need to apply to be endorsed as an internationally recognised leader or emerging leader in your particular field by a designated competent body (Arts Council England, British Academy, Royal Academy of Engineering, Royal Society, Tech City UK).
Tier1 (Exceptional and Exceptional Promise) Endorsement Criteria
Once successfully endorsed, you are able to apply for a Tier 1 (Exceptional Talent) visa. More information on this entry route is available at UKVI Website.
Conditions of Employment
Pension Scheme
This role is grade UE07 and therefore the post holder is automatically included in membership of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS), subject to the USS membership criteria, unless they indicate that they choose not to join the Scheme.
For further information please visit our Pensions website.
Salary
The role is grade UE07 and attracts an annual salary of £32,548 to £38,833 for 35 hours each week. Salary is paid monthly by direct transfer to your Bank or Building Society account, normally on the 28th of the month. Salaries for part-time staff are calculated on the full-time scales, pro-rata to the Standard Working Week.
The University reserves the right to vary the candidate information or make no appointment at all. Neither in part, nor in whole does this information form part of any contract between the University and any individual. |
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