Research Fellow in Theoretical and Computational Astrophysics

Do you hold a PhD in Astrophysics or a closely related discipline? Do you have expertise in modelling astrophysical fluid flows or magnetohydrodynamics or accretion disc physics? Do you want to further your career in one of the UKs leading research-intensive Universities? 

The University of Leeds invites applications for a Research Fellow position in theoretical and computational astrophysics, funded by a Research Project Grant from the Leverhulme Trust to work with Dr Chris Nixon. This project is a collaboration with Jim Pringle (University of Cambridge) and Tim Naylor (University of Exeter). You will conduct original research into the dynamics of accretion discs, working both independently and in collaboration with project team members. This project seeks to advance our understanding of accretion dynamics through complementary observational and theoretical modelling of accretion discs. 

Holding a PhD (or have submitted your thesis before taking up the role) in Astrophysics or a closely allied discipline; you will have expertise in the modelling of astrophysical fluid flows using analytical and/or numerical methods.

We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements.

We expect to conduct interviews for the post in late January/early February.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact: 

Dr Chris Nixon, Associate Professor in Theoretical Astrophysics

Email: C.J.Nixon@leeds.ac.uk

Please note: that this post may be suitable for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route but first-time applicants might need to qualify for salary concessions.  For more information, please visit the Government’s Skilled Worker visa page.

For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. For more information, please visit the Government’s page, Apply for the Global Talent visa.

What we offer in return

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance – the University contributes 14.5% of salary. 
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!  

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