Research Associate/ Fellow in Astrophysics (fixed term)

Location

University Park

Salary

£31,387 to £46,485 per annum, (pro rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience (minimum £34866 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position focussing on the astrophysics of clusters of galaxies with Prof. Nina Hatch at the University of Nottingham. The position is part of a larger effort to understand intracluster light and explore its potential to be a tracer of dark matter. The postdoc will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge observational data from ESA's Euclid satellite and will be encouraged to explore their own research projects. This is a grant-funded position and will include generous funds for travel and computing equipment.

If successful, you will have the opportunity to work with a diverse set of researchers in the Astronomy group in the School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Nottingham. The group has a strong focus on extragalactic astronomy, and shares research interests with the Nottingham Particle Cosmology research group.

Applicants with experience in the analysis of low-surface-brightness emission or the analysis of clusters of galaxies are desirable. You will need to have, or be close to completion of, a Ph.D. in astrophysics or a closely related subject area, and have a research track record in astrophysics and experience processing astronomy data (simulation or observational).

As part of our commitment to improving equality, diversity and inclusion within the School of Physics and Astronomy, shortlisted candidates will be offered the opportunity to talk to a member of staff representing women, racially-minoritized, LGBTQIA+ or disabilities communities. This will be separate to the assessment process and will play no role in the decision to appoint.

The post is offered on a fixed term contract for up to three years, with a flexible start date, but preferably on 01 September 2025. Hours of work are full time, (36.25 hours per week). Job share arrangements may be considered. 

Informal enquiries are encouraged and should be sent to Nina Hatch; email: nina.hatch@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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