Research Fellow

Research Fellow (Fixed-Term)

University of Nottingham

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£35,608 to £38,784 per annum pro‑rata depending on skills and experience. Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Mathematical Sciences

University Park

Monday 05 January 2026

SCI
283125

• Undertake original research of international excellence.
• Develop research objectives and proposals for own and/or collaborative research area.
• Prepare papers for publication in leading journals and/or contribute to dissemination at national/international conferences, workshops and meetings resulting in successful research outputs.
• Identify opportunities and assist in writing bids for research grant applications. Prepare proposals and applications to both external and/or internal bodies for funding, contractual or accreditation purposes.

• A PhD, or equivalent in mathematics or a relevant branch of mathematics.
• Expert knowledge of discontinuous Galerkin discretisations, Fortran, and Python.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.
• Networking, actively engaging with and valuing other areas and diverse groups.

This full‑time post is available from 01/02/2026 or as soon as possible thereafter and will be offered on a fixed‑term contract for a period of 11 months until 31/12/2026. Many of our team have flexible working patterns so we’re open to discussing flexible working arrangements with you.

We believe that talented and inclusive teams deliver the highest quality research and are seeking applications from high‑quality candidates who enhance the diversity of our existing team. The School is committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally under‑represented in Mathematical Sciences and strives to maintain an environment where people can be their authentic selves. Our university is a supportive, inclusive, caring and positive community.

We welcome those of different cultures, ethnicities and beliefs – indeed this very diversity is vital to our success, it is fundamental to our values and enriches life on campus. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and have achieved the Athena Swan Gold Award. We welcome applications from UK, Europe and worldwide and aim to make your move to the UK as smooth as possible.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to Luis Espath, email:  Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

To apply online, visit our job portal. For further details on the School of Mathematical Sciences and active research themes, see  Candidate Guidance and benefits information are available on the university website.