Research Associate​/Fellow

Research Associate / Fellow (Fixed-Term)

Join to apply for the Research Associate / Fellow (Fixed-Term) role at University of Nottingham. This role is part of a Royal Society funded project entitled K-moduli of Fano hypersurfaces. The central aim of the project is to study K-stability aspects of Fano hypersurfaces and examine their moduli properties. Research in related directions such as K-stability of other Fano varieties, K-stability of polarised varieties, etc.

will also be investigated.

Salary: £31,387 to £35,608 per annum, depending on skills and experience (£35,608 with relevant PhD). Salary progression beyond this scale is subject to performance.

Area: Mathematical Sciences

Location: University Park

Reference: SCI
271625

Closing Date: Monday 05 January 2026

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology;
Research Services

• 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 the dissemination at national and 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 external and internal bodies for funding, contractual or accreditation purposes.

• A PhD, or equivalent in mathematics, or near completion of a PhD.
• Expert knowledge of algebraic geometry.
• Proven ability to produce research of high quality in algebraic geometry or a closely related discipline.
• Some practical experience of applying geometric approaches and techniques to solve problems.
• Networking, actively engaging with and valuing other research areas.
• Published papers or preprints in relevant academic journals.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate on complex information with clarity.
• Excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to build relationships and collaborate with others, both internally and externally.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary and multicultural team.

This post is full time, available from 01 April 2026 and will be offered on a fixed‑term contract until 30 March 2027. Interviews will take place in January 2026. Flexible working arrangements will be discussed.

To apply , click Apply Now and submit your application along with a copy of your CV and cover letter. Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr Hamid Abban via email  Applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

We are committed to creating opportunities for people traditionally under‑represented in Mathematical Sciences and to maintaining 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. We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level
2) and to have achieved an Athena Swan Gold Award. All applicants will be treated on an equal basis, subject to the relevant permission to work in the UK as set out by UK Visas & Immigration.