Post Doctoral Research Associate in Pure Mathematics
2 weeks ago
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.
Duties include developing and conducting an individual program of research, as well as contributing to the research group's activities. You will be expected to plan and manage your own research and administration, with guidance if required, and to assist in the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies. You must be able to communicate material of a technical nature and be able to build internal and external contacts. There may be opportunities for lecturing at Masters level, assisting with student research projects or delivering small-group teaching.
The successful candidate will have a proven record of internationally outstanding research and a PhD (within the last three years or to soon be completed).
Limit of tenure: The funds for this post are available for 3 years. The start date is 1 October 2026 (or to be negotiated).
Informal enquiries should be addressed to Dr Rita Teixeira da Costa by email -
For queries relating to the application process, please email
Please upload a full curriculum vitae which should outline your academic career, qualifications and list your publications to date (please do not include papers in preparation) and a one-page summary of your recent research.
Please provide the contact details, including email addresses, of two referees. At least one referee should be someone familiar with your work in your primary research field. You should ask your referees to complete their letters of reference on the WRS system by the closing date of 08 December 2025. References form an essential part of your application and will be reviewed by the selection committee.
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 currently 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.
Key informationDepartment/location
Department of Pure Mathematics and Mathematical Statistics
Salary£37,694-£46,049
ReferenceLF47604
CategoryResearch
Date published17 October 2025
Closing date8 December 2025
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