Postdoctoral Research Associate in Geometric Group Theory

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

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Oxford is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to engage in research within the Geometry Group Theory domain. The role is supported by the European Research Council and entails contributing to significant academic projects, publishing findings, and minimal teaching duties. Candidates should be prepared to work independently and collaboratively on various initiatives starting from September 2026. This position provides a unique platform for impactful research and collaboration in the mathematical sciences.

Qualifications

• Experience in research related to Geometry Group Theory.
• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Strong publication record in relevant fields.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research as part of the ERC grant 'HigherHyper'.
• Contribute to Topology and Algebra research groups.
• Write and publish research findings in academic journals.
• Small amount of teaching (maximum three hours a week).

Job description

We are currently inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work with Professor Dawid Kielak at the Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford. This is a 3-year, fixed-term position, funded by a research grant from the ERC. The successful candidate will be expected to be in post by 1st September 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

The successful candidate will be part of a research group with responsibility for carrying out research in Geometry Group Theory and related fields as part of the ERC grant "HigherHyper". They will be expected to conduct research which falls within the remit of this large‑scale project and will have the opportunity to do so in several ways including independently, collaboratively with other members of the group at Oxford or with other mathematicians internationally.

They will contribute to the activities of the wider Topology and Algebra research groups and write up the results of their work, either singly or with co‑authors, for publication in refereed journals and proceedings. There will be opportunities to contribute a small amount of teaching to the department, of at most three hours a week during the academic terms.

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