Post Doctoral Research Fellow

TN United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution seeks a Postdoctoral Research Fellow in strong-field quantum electrodynamics. This exciting role involves exploring complex research topics such as quantum field theory in electromagnetic backgrounds and laser-particle interactions. You'll collaborate with simulation and experimental partners, contributing to innovative research while participating in group meetings and presenting findings at international conferences. Join a vibrant theoretical physics group dedicated to advancing knowledge in high-energy physics and related fields, and enjoy a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Pensionsplan

Urlaubsregelung

Entwicklungsmöglichkeiten

Flexible Arbeitszeiten

Qualifications

• PhD oder gleichwertige Qualifikation in Physik oder verwandtem Bereich.
• Forschungserfahrung in theoretischer oder Hochenergiephysik.

Responsibilities

• Analytische und numerische Arbeiten zur Unterstützung von Experimenten.
• Teilnahme an Gruppensitzungen und Präsentationen auf internationalen Konferenzen.

Skills

Theoretische Physik

Quantenelektrodynamik

Nichtlineare Optik

Maschinenlernen

Education

PhD in Physik oder verwandtem Fachgebiet

Job description

The Centre for Mathematical Sciences at the University of Plymouth (UoP) is offering a Postdoctoral Research Fellow position in strong-field quantum electrodynamics.

Position Details

• Start date: November 2024 or as soon as possible thereafter (not later than May 2025)
• Type: Full-time, fixed-term for 36 months
• Hours: 37 hours per week
• Salary: Competitive, with benefits

Research Focus

Research topics include quantum field theory in electromagnetic backgrounds, strong field QED, laser-particle interactions, nonlinear vacuum optics, and collaboration with simulation and experimental partners. The role involves analytical and numerical work, supporting experiments (e.g., arXiv:2405.18063), participating in group meetings, and presenting at international conferences.

Group and Environment

The Theoretical Physics group comprises 6 staff members, postdocs, and PhD students, with research interests spanning QFT in external fields, strong-field QED, the worldline formalism, BSM physics, effective field theory, and lattice QCD.

Qualifications and Experience

• PhD or equivalent in physics or a related discipline
• Research experience in theoretical or high-energy physics
• Desirable: experience with external field problems in QFT, strong-field QED, nonlinear optics, or machine learning

Application Requirements

Applicants should submit a CV (max 2 pages, including a link to publications), a research statement (max 2 pages), and arrange for two referees to send recommendation letters before the deadline. Demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria in your supporting statement.

Contact and Additional Information

For informal inquiries, contact Ben King via email. Interviews are expected to occur during the week commencing 9 September 2024. Applicants will be notified of the outcome.

Benefits and Community

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including pension, holiday scheme, development opportunities, flexible working, and support for diverse communities. The university promotes an inclusive environment and encourages applications from under-represented groups.