Postdoctoral Research Associate in Applied Mathematics and Computational Neuroscience

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Oxford is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their team in Applied Mathematics and Computational Neuroscience. This one-year, fixed-term role involves conducting cutting-edge research, collaborating internationally, and contributing to teaching. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in a related field and excellent communication skills. The position supports diversity and inclusion in the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• PhD in applied mathematics or a related discipline, or close to completion.
• Possess sufficient specialist knowledge for research programmes.
• Excellent communication skills for publication and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in Applied Mathematics and Computational Neuroscience.
• Work collaboratively within the research group and internationally.
• Contribute to the wider research group's activities.
• Write results for publication in refereed journals.
• Teach up to three hours per week during academic terms.

Skills

Research in Applied Mathematics

Computational Neuroscience

Excellent communication skills

Education

PhD in applied mathematics or related discipline

Job description

Overview

We are currently inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work with Professor Lida Kanari at the Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford. This is a 1-year, fixed-term position, funded by a research grant from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Medical Research Council (MRC). The starting date is flexible with an earliest start date of 1 January 2026. We particularly welcome applications from individuals who are able to start between 1 January 2026 and 1 June 2026.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research in Applied Mathematics and Computational Neuroscience and related fields as part of the Medical Research Council, UKRI grant "Algebraic topology bridging the gap between single neurons and networks".
• Work independently and collaboratively within the research group at Oxford and with other mathematicians internationally to advance the project remit.
• Contribute to the activities of the wider Oxford Centre for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (OCIAM) research group.
• Write up results for publication in refereed journals and proceedings, either singly or with co-authors.
• Contribute a small amount of teaching to the department, up to three hours per week during the academic terms.

Qualifications

• You will have, or be close to completing, a PhD in applied mathematics or a related discipline.
• Possess sufficient specialist knowledge to work within established research programmes.
• Excellent communication skills, including the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings.

Diversity and Equality

We proudly hold a departmental Athena SWAN Silver Award and an institutional Race Equality Charter Bronze Award, which guide our progress towards advancing racial and gender equality. As part of our strategic aim to improve staff equality and diversity, we would particularly welcome applications from women and BME candidates, who are currently under-represented in positions of this type within the department.