Postdoctoral Research Associate

Full-time: 35 hours per week

Fixed-term: for 2 years 

We seek applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Institute for Astronomy (IfA) at the University of Edinburgh, working with Prof. Ross McLure to carry out research into galaxy evolution.

The Opportunity:

The research goal of this position is to advance our understanding of galaxy evolution in general, with a particular focus on studying galaxy evolution within the epoch of reionization. The successful candidate will work together with Prof. McLure on a variety of projects in this area, depending on their experience and research interests. They will have the opportunity to engage in research that exploits the JWST PRIMER and EXCELS surveys and the ground-based MOONS MOONRISE and VANDELS surveys, as well as 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.

This post is fixed term for 2 years with a start date ideally between 1^st September and 1^st March 2026. 

The School of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Edinburgh is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce, and eliminating discrimination.

The School strives to create a more diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace for all and we are looking to actively diversify our staff. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and in particular encourage applications from people of colour, women, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ people and other minority and under-represented groups. We aim to ensure that our culture and systems support flexible and family-friendly working, as evidenced by our Juno Champion and Athena SWAN Silver awards.

Your skills and attributes for success: 

• PhD (or near completion) in Astronomy or related subject.
• Relevant research experience in galaxy evolution studies.
• 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.

Closing date: 28/04/2025, 11:59PM

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