Postdoctoral Research Associate: Strong-Field Gauge Theory

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

Job summary

A prestigious university is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on strong-field problems in gauge theory and gravity for a three-year term. The successful candidate will contribute to research on self-duality in strong-field physics, varying from gauge field studies to calculating amplitudes. A PhD in Physics or a closely related field is required, along with relevant research experience and strong independent work capabilities. Competitive salary and a vibrant research environment await.

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in relevant fields.
• Experience in delivering research results in an academic context.
• Familiarity with strong field QED and non-perturbative effects.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the project on self-duality in strong-field physics.
• Study self-dual gauge fields for strong-field modeling.
• Perform higher-loop calculations in self-dual backgrounds.

Skills

Knowledge of quantum field theory

Experience with scattering amplitudes

Capability of working independently

Knowledge of current research frontier

Education

PhD in Physics, Theoretical Physics or Mathematical Physics

Job description

A prestigious university is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to work on strong-field problems in gauge theory and gravity for a three-year term. The successful candidate will contribute to research on self-duality in strong-field physics, varying from gauge field studies to calculating amplitudes. A PhD in Physics or a closely related field is required, along with relevant research experience and strong independent work capabilities. Competitive salary and a vibrant research environment await.