Research Scientist

17 hours ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom This is an IT support group Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Research Fellow to join our team in the School of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham. The successful candidate will play a key role in the EPSRC project "New Frontiers in Fine-Grained Approximation Algorithms" led by Dr. Rajesh Chitnis.

As a Research Fellow, you will be responsible for designing new algorithms and lower bounds for computational problems through the paradigm of fine-grained approximation algorithms. You will work within specified research grants and projects, contribute to writing bids, operate within your area of specialism, and analyse and interpret research findings and results.

The salary for this position is estimated to be in the range £35,880 to £47,874 per annum, depending on experience.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

  • Design and develop new algorithms and lower bounds for computational problems using fine-grained approximation algorithms.
  • Contribute to writing bids for research funding and operate within specified research grants and projects.
  • Analyse and interpret data, apply knowledge to develop new intellectual understanding, and disseminate research findings.
  • Supervise students on research-related work and provide guidance to PhD students where appropriate.


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