Postdoctoral Research Associate

Fixed term for 36 months

Full-time (35 hours per week)

We seek applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of galaxy and AGN evolution, to advance our understanding of galaxy evolution, and the role of active galactic nuclei in this process across cosmic time.

The Opportunity:

The successful candidate will join the research group led by Professor Philip Best at the Institute for Astronomy (IfA) at the University of Edinburgh. They will work together with Professor Best on a variety of projects in the area of galaxy and AGN evolution, depending upon their experience and research interests. Candidates with an interest in pursuing research related to the LOFAR extragalactic radio surveys and the JWST Emission Line Survey are particularly welcomed. There will also be an opportunity for the successful candidate to lead further independent research projects. 

This post is full-time (35 hours per week); however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns.  We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.  

The salary for this post is UE07 £40,247- £47,874 per annum.

The post is fixed term for 36 months, with a start date ideally between 1^st May 2025 and 1st October 2025.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• PhD (completed by post start date) in Astronomy or related subject
• Relevant research experience in galaxy evolution and/or AGN.
• Record of high-quality lead-author and co-authored refereed journal publications (relative to career stage). 
• Capable of working independently, exercising a high degree of initiative, and with the ability to think creatively
• Good timekeeping and time-management, with effective prioritisation of tasks.
• Ability to communicate complex information clearly, orally and in writing.
• [Desirable:] Experience of working with large, multi-wavelength datasets and advanced data analysis techniques.

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