Research Associate/ Fellow in Astrophysics (fixed term)

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000

Job description

Research Associate/ Fellow in Astrophysics (fixed term)

Area
Physics & Astronomy

Location
University Park

Salary
£31,387 to £46,485 per annum, (pro rata if applicable) depending on skills and experience (minimum £34,866 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Closing Date
Thursday 30 January 2025

Reference
SCI467724

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position focusing 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.

Qualifications
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).

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: [e-mail]. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

We welcome applications from UK, Europe and from across the globe and we want to make your transition to living in the UK as smooth as possible.

Your application will be considered on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.