Research Fellow
The Institute of Mathematics at the University of Aberdeen is pleased to advertise a 36-month postdoctoral position to work together with Dr Richard Hepworth-Young on the EPSRC-funded research project APP48517 “Homology of Algebras”. The Institute of Mathematics has 14 full-time academic staff, with weekly research seminars in Topology and Algebra. The Institute of Mathematics forms part of the School of Natural and Computing Sciences, together with the departments of Physics, Chemistry, and Computing Science.
Salary will be at Grade 6, £38,249 per annum.
The position has a negotiable start date between 1st of January and 1st of April 2026.
Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Richard Hepworth-Young, Reader in Mathematical Science, e-mail: r.hepworth-young@abdn.ac.uk
Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.
To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs
Job Reference Number: NCS250R
The closing date for the receipt of applications is 14 November 2025
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