Research Assistant/Associate/Fellow

This post is full time, and has funding up to September 2027.

The School of Physics & Astronomy is looking for two Research Assistant/Associate/Fellow to contribute to/make a leading contribution to the project Quantum Algorithms for Gravitational Wave Data Analysis working with Prof Sarah Croke, Dr Fiona Speirits and Dr. Chris Messenger. This is an interdisciplinary project, a collaboration between the Quantum Theory group and the Institute for Gravitational Research at the University of Glasgow.

The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of the research project and will have opportunities to develop new research directions in this emerging area; will contribute to the formulation and submission of research publications and presentations; and as appropriate to career stage, will work with and mentor PhD students, and assist with managing the project.

To be considered for an appointment at Grade 7, you must be able to perform the duties as listed for a Research Assistant position with a higher degree of independence, leadership, and responsibility, particularly in relation to planning, funding, collaborating and publishing research, and mentoring colleagues.  You must also have, or be about to obtain, a Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework level 12 (PhD) or alternatively possess the equivalent in professional qualifications and experience, with experience of personal development in a similar or related role(s).

For informal discussions about the role, please contact Prof Sarah Croke (Sarah.Croke@glasgow.ac.uk)

For more information on the University of Glasgow’s, School of Physics & Astronomy, please visit www.gla.ac.uk/schools/physics

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