Research Fellow

Queen's University Belfast; Belfast City District; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday entitlement up to 8.4 weeks

Pension schemes

Development opportunities

Flexible working

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Queen's University Belfast invites applications to join Dr Scott Balchin on the EPSRC project “Point-free methods in tensor-triangular geometry.” The position focuses on applying frame and lattice theory to problems in tensor-triangular geometry, with links to stable equivariant homotopy theory, commutative algebra, and representation theory.

The appointment is a fixed-term contract of approximately three years.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Mathematics, in a field relevant to the project (tensor-triangular geometry, homotopy theory, commutative algebra, or point-free topology).
• Specific research experience in tensor-triangular geometry, homotopy theory, commutative algebra, or point-free topology.
• Ability to develop and disseminate high-quality research for peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Carry out independent research on point-free methods in tensor-triangular geometry.
• Publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present findings at conferences.
• Collaborate with the project team and contribute to the EPSRC-funded project.
• Contribute to the academic community and advance knowledge in mathematics.

Skills

Tensor-triangular geometry

Homotopy theory

Commutative algebra

Point-free topology

Academic writing

Education

PhD in Mathematics

Job description

To work with Dr Scott Balchin on the EPSRC funded project “Point-free methods in tensor-triangular geometry.”

This EPSRC funded research project aims to use tools coming from point-free topology (i.e., the theory of frames and lattices) to tackle questions arising in tensor-triangular geometry. There is a particular focus on computing specific examples arising from stable equivariant homotopy theory, commutative algebra, and representation theory.

About the Person

• PhD or equivalent in Mathematics, either received or expected submission before the beginning of the appointment. This qualification should be in a field relevant to the project (e.g., tensor-triangular geometry, homotopy theory, commutative algebra, or point-free topology)
• Specific, relevant research experience in one or more of the following:
  • tensor-triangular geometry
  • homotopy theory
  • commutative algebra,
  • point-free topology
• The ability to develop and deliver high quality research to be published in peer reviewed journals in fields relevant to the project as per above.

Fixed-term contract (available for approximately 3 years). Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding.

What we offer

• Beyond a competitive salary, the University offers an attractive benefits package including a holiday entitlement of up to 8.4 weeks a year, pension schemes and development opportunities.
• We support staff wellbeing with flexible working options, work-life balance initiatives and support for physical and mental health. You can find more detail on all of this and more at https://www.qub.ac.uk/directorates/HumanResources/pay-reward-and-benefits

Queen's University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI and Athena Swan and have established staff networks such as iRise (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit www.qub.ac.uk/diversity