Research Fellow - AR3074RH

Start date: As soon as possible Fixed term for 2 years with possibility of extension

As part of an EPSRC-funded grant on “Multimode Cavity QED”, we are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work with Jonathan Keeling on the theory of the dynamics of cold atoms in multimode optical cavities. The grant is led by the University of St Andrews in collaboration with Strathclyde University and the University of Oxford. 

You should have, or be about to complete, a PhD in theoretical physics, and experience with using and/or a willingness to use both analytical and numerical methods. You should have evidence of your capacity to work as an independent researcher, for example through published papers. The role will also involve day-to-day supervision of students, and modest contributions to departmental teaching and public engagement.

Employees of the University have access to a wide range of staff benefits including:

• Annual leave of 34 days, plus 5 public holidays
• Financial contribution to relocation where applicable
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
• A range of wellbeing initiatives including membership of Peppy, a health application that connects staff to expert practitioners and personalized support on health matters

Further details of the project can be found by contacting Jonathan Keeling (jmjk@st-andrews.ac.uk)

Applications are particularly welcome from people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, and from applicants with other protected characteristics that are under-represented in academic posts at the University. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion are at the heart of the St Andrews experience and form a central pillar of the University Strategy. We strive to create a fair and inclusive culture demonstrated through our commitment to diversity awards (Athena Swan, Carer Positive, LGBT Charter and Race Charters). We celebrate diversity by promoting profiles of BAME, LGBTIQ+ staff and supporting networks including the Staff BAME Network; Staff with Disabilities Network; Staff LGBTIQ+ Network; and the Staff Parents & Carers Network. Full details available online: https://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/hr/edi/

The post is initially for 24 months starting 3^rd March 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

For application requirements please see Further Particulars. 

Closing Date: 6th January 2025                            

Interview Date: 17th January 2025

Please quote ref: AR3074RH         

Further Particulars - AR3074RH FPs.doc

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