Postdoctoral Research Assistant

3 weeks ago


Canary Wharf, Greater London, United Kingdom Queen Mary University of London Full time

About the Role

We invite applications for the position of Research Assistant in the School of Mathematical Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to join a large project across multiple universities, bridging the gap between topology and deep learning. The successful applicant will work with Dr. Omer Bobrowski and Dr. Primoz Skraba to develop and use stochastic topological tools to systematically analyse, interpret, and improve the performance of deep neural networks.

The position requires expertise in machine learning, applied topology, and/or probability theory, and the successful applicant will have, or soon obtain, a PhD degree in mathematics or a related area. The School has a strong research presence in Mathematical Sciences, with a Faculty of Science and Engineering comprising five schools and two institutes.

About the School

The School has an exceptionally strong research presence across the spectrum of Mathematical Sciences. It is part of the Faculty of Science and Engineering, which comprises five schools and two institutes. The Faculty's student population has grown in recent years, and its research profile has strengthened considerably.

The School has large and popular undergraduate and graduate programmes, and aims to continue to expand its research profile as well as its study programmes across UG and PGT. This position is based in the Centre for Data Science, Statistics and Probability, and the School comprises 85 academic staff, 16 research assistants, and 14 members of professional services staff.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, access to a generous pension scheme, 30 days' leave per annum, a season ticket loan scheme, and access to a comprehensive range of personal and professional development opportunities. We also offer a range of work life balance and family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and campus facilities, including an on-site nursery at the Mile End campus.

The post is based at Mile End Campus and is a full-time 3-year fixed-term position, with a salary of Grade 5* £47,178 - £49,785 per annum inclusive of London Allowance. If appointed in Lieu of PhD, the salary start will be £36,572 per annum until PhD is awarded.

Queen Mary's commitment to our diverse and inclusive community is embedded in our appointments processes. Reasonable adjustments will be made at each stage of the recruitment process for any candidate with a disability. We are open to considering applications from candidates wishing to work flexibly.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The School holds a departmental Bronze Athena SWAN Award and is a registered supporter of the LMS Good Practice scheme. We are committed to the equality of opportunities and to advancing women's careers and strongly encourage applications from female applicants.



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