13145 - Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Edinburgh is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a research group in the School of Mathematics. This fixed-term position offers the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge projects in random growth models and probability theory, with light teaching opportunities available. The ideal candidate has a PhD in Mathematics or is near completion, and possesses strong communication and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• PhD in Mathematics (or near completion) required.
• Strong background in probability theory is essential.
• Independent and collaborative research skills needed.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cutting-edge projects in random growth models.
• Work closely with Dr Busani and collaborators.
• Engage in light teaching opportunities.

Skills

PhD in Mathematics (or near completion)

Strong background in probability theory

Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research

Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Strong organisational skills

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

Overview

Grade UE07 £41,064 – £48,822 per annum

College of Science & Engineering / School of Mathematics

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed term: 36 months, with a starting date 1 September 2026

The Opportunity

We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join Dr Ofer Busani’s research group in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh.

The position is funded by Dr Busani’s ERC Starting Grant “UnivKPZ” and offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in random growth models, the KPZ universality class, and probability theory. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr Busani and collaborators within the Maxwell Institute for Mathematical Sciences, a joint research centre between the University of Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University.

Light teaching opportunities (e.g. undergraduate tutorials, project supervision) are available for candidates who wish to broaden their career development.

Your skills and attributes for success

• PhD in Mathematics (or near completion)
• Strong background in probability theory
• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research
• Ability to disseminate research outcomes through publications and presentations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong organisational skills (e.g. contributing to seminars, workshops)

Desirable:

• Research experience in the KPZ universality class, first/last passage percolation, directed polymers, or integrable probability