14953- Postdoctoral Research Associate

The University of Edinburgh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the School of Mathematics. The position is funded by an ERC Starting Grant and focuses on random growth models, KPZ universality, and probability theory.

You will work with Dr Ofer Busani and Maxwell Institute colleagues, with light teaching opportunities available. Candidates should hold a PhD in Mathematics (or near completion) with a strong probability background and a proven ability to conduct

Qualifications

• 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).
• Research experience in KPZ universality class, first/last passage percolation, directed polymers, or integrable probability (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Contribute to cutting-edge projects in random growth models and probability theory.
• Collaborate with Dr. Busani and Maxwell Institute colleagues.
• Engage in light teaching activities such as tutorials or project supervision.
• Disseminate findings through publications and conference presentations.

Skills

Probability theory

Independent research

Collaborative research

Communication

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Dissemination of research

Teaching opportunities

Education

PhD in Mathematics or near completion

Job description

Fixed-term: 24 months fixed term contract with the option to extend for a further 12 months

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)

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

The position is due to start on 1st September 2027.