Post Doctoral Research Associate in Pure Mathematics

6 days ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom Minderoo Centre for Technology and Democracy Full time

Post Doctoral Research Associate in Pure Mathematics (Fixed Term) An exciting opportunity is available for a Post Doctoral Research Associate in Pure Mathematics, working in the Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics. The successful applicant will join the group of Dr Rita Teixeira da Costa, and work on any aspect of Analysis of Partial Differential Equations, or General Relativity. The position is funded by EPSRC. Responsibilities Develop and conduct an individual research program. Contribute to the research group’s activities. Plan and manage own research and administration, with guidance if required. Assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies. Communicate material of a technical nature and build internal and external contacts. Opportunities for lecturing at Masters level, assisting student research projects, or delivering small‑group teaching. Qualifications Proven record of internationally outstanding research. PhD within the last three years or about to be completed. Tenure and Start Date Limit of tenure: Funds for this post are available for 3 years. Start date is 1 October 2026 (or to be negotiated). Application Process Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Rita Teixeira da Costa by email rita.t.costa@dpmms.cam.ac.uk. For queries relating to the application process, please email LF47604@maths.cam.ac.uk. Click 'Apply' to register an account and apply online. Applicants should upload a full CV outlining academic career, qualifications, and list of publications (exclude papers in preparation). Provide a one‑page summary (with separate bibliography) of recent research. Provide contact details of two referees, at least one familiar with work in primary research field. Referees should complete letters via the WRS system by the closing date 08 December 2025. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. We particularly welcome applications from women and/or candidates from a BME background for this vacancy as they are under‑represented at this level in our department. The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. #J-18808-Ljbffr



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