13 Oct
University of Bristol
Bristol
The role
The Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research invites applications for Heilbronn Research Fellowships in Pure Mathematics, Data Science, and Quantum Computing. Are you interested in using your skills in pure mathematics, data science or quantum information as part of a team working on exciting real world mathematical problems that help to keep the UK safe?
Our 3 year Heilbronn Postdoctoral Research Fellowships provide the opportunity to continue your own personal research alongside working on varied and fascinating classified research projects, collaborating with colleagues in a supportive and encouraging environment that puts an emphasis on teamwork. Research areas of interest include, but are not restricted to, Algebra,
Algebraic Geometry, Combinatorics, Data Science, Number Theory, Probability, and Quantum Information. Fellows have previously been appointed with backgrounds in most areas of Pure Mathematics, Data Science and Statistics, Quantum Information and Mathematical/Theoretical Physics. You will also be offered training and development opportunities that fit your career ambitions, research needs and personal development requirements.
We expect to make a number of appointments at the University of Bristol, Imperial College London, King’s College London, University College London, and The University of Manchester for October 2025. These appointments will mainly be in Pure Mathematics with up to two of the appointments at the University of Bristol in Data Science or Quantum Computing.
Starting salary: £45,232-£50,474 depending on previous experience, with the London weighting where appropriate. In addition, a fund of £2.5K pa to pay for research expenses will be available to each Fellow.
Our Fellowships are 3 years fixed term with a preferred start date of 1 October 2025. Heilbronn Fellows divide their time equally between their own research and the classified research programme of the Heilbronn Institute.
Equal Opportunities - Diversity and inclusion are critical to the vision and mission of the Heilbronn Institute. We seek a truly diverse workforce which includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are currently under-represented in mathematics.
Some of our Fellowships are funded through the UKRI/EPSRC 'Additional Funding Programme for Mathematical Sciences'. For more information about the Heilbronn Institute, see: https://heilbronn.ac.uk/
What will you be doing?
Fellows divide their time equally between their own research and the classified research programme of the Heilbronn Institute, thus enjoying opportunities to engage in collaborative work as well as individual projects.
Fellows join a cohort of around 50 Heilbronn Research Fellows that includes some of the leading early-career mathematicians in the UK. Expert mentoring will be provided by the host department, with a national programme of career development events overseen by our Associate Chairs, who are based in the School of Mathematics at the University of Bristol,
King’s College London, and The University of Manchester.
The internal research programme is determined by the Head of HIMR in conjunction with GCHQ. Fellows are presented with a range of challenging mathematical problems and are given the facilities and support to contribute to one or more of them, frequently as part of a collaborative team.
You should apply if
Due to the nature of the Institute's work, Fellows must be willing to apply for a national security clearance at an appropriate level. UK resident UK nationals will normally be able to meet this condition: other potential applicants are welcome to contact the Heilbronn Manager at ***************@bristol.ac.uk to discuss eligibility.
The Heilbronn Institute is a supporter of the LMS Good Practice Scheme aimed at advancing women’s careers in mathematics and we particularly welcome applications from women.
Additional information
Applications will be made through mathjobs.org: https://www.mathjobs.org/jobs/fellowship/24513.
Applicants will need to submit a cover letter, indicating the institutions where they prefer to hold their Fellowship from the above list of partner universities. In addition, we require a CV and a one-page statement of proposed research. Applicants must arrange for three letters of reference to be uploaded to the mathjobs.org website, prior to the closing date.
The application deadline is 11.59pm GMT, Sunday November 17th 2024.
We anticipate holding interviews over the 13th-15th of January 2025.
For informal queries, please contact: ***************@bristol.ac.uk
Our strategy and mission
We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.
The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.
Available documents
- ACAD107762 - Helibronn Research Fellow. - JDpdf.pdf
- Helibronn Research Fellow - Further Information.pdf
Job number
ACAD107762
Contract Type/Work Pattern
Open ended / Full time
Posting End Date
17 Nov 2024
Faculty/Division
Faculty of Science
Salary
£45,232-£50,474 depending on previous experience
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