The University of Southampton is inviting applications for a postdoctoral position (Research Fellow) in numerical relativity. The successful candidate will undertake research as part of the recently awarded STFC grant Simulating realistic neutron-star mergers.
Southampton's School of Mathematical Sciences is home to a large research group in gravitational physics, currently comprising 7 staff members and a number of postdocs and PhD students. Research in the group includes black-hole and neutron-star physics, gravitational-wave source modelling and data analysis, numerical relativity and gravitational self-force modelling. Members of the group are actively involved with the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the Einstein Telescope Collaboration and the LISA Consortium. The successful applicant will contribute to work aimed at carrying out numerical simulations of neutron star mergers with realistic physics, with particular focus of resistive magnetohydrodynamics.
The ideal candidate will have a track record in numerical relativity and ideally some understanding of neutron star modelling, gravitational-wave astronomy and data analysis. Applicants will have, or be about to obtain, a relevant PhD degree in physics or mathematics.
This is a fixed term post until 30th September 2027.
A complete application should include (i) a CV, including a list of publications, and (ii) a statement of research interests (no more than 1 page).
Informal enquiries may be made to Prof. Ian Hawke at I.Hawke@soton.ac.uk.
This role does not qualify for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship. To explore alternative UK visa options, see gov.uk
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who support our mission of inclusivity.
The University is a signatory of the Technician Commitment and a partner affiliate of the National Technician Development Centre (NTDC). We are committed to supporting our technical staff and offer a wide range of opportunities including networking, mentoring, training, professional registration and career development. We really value all our technical staff and recognise the broad range of skills they have in support of education, research and enterprise activities. By joining you will be part of a bigger technical community, offering support and guidance.
Apply by 11:59pm UK time on the closing date. For assistance contact Recruitment on +44(0)2380592750 or recruitment@soton.ac.uk quoting the job number.
Section: Applied Mathematics & Theoretical Physics
Location: Highfield Campus
Salary: £37,369 to £45,641 Per annum
Hours and contract: Full Time Fixed Term until 30/09/2027
Closing Date: Friday 30 October 2026
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Reference: 3536626PJ
