Postdoctoral Research Associate in Operator Algebras

We invite applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in Operator Algebras to work with Professor Stuart White at the Mathematical Institute, University of Oxford. The position is full time, fixed-term for two years, and supported by a grant from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), grant reference EP/X026647/1. This position is to start for the 2026-27 academic year, and the position is only tenable for the duration of the grant, which ends 31 August 2028.

The successful candidate will be part of a research group with responsibility for carrying out research in operator algebras and related fields as part of the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) grant “Classification, Structure, Amenability and Regularity” (EP/X026647/1). They will be expected to conduct research in operator algebras and related fields which falls within the remit of this large‑scale project and will have the opportunity to do so independently and/or collaboratively with other members of the group at Oxford and/or other mathematicians internationally.

They are expected to provide informal mentorship of

D. Phil students in the group.

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Please direct informal enquiries to the Recruitment Coordinator (email: ), quoting vacancy reference 182824
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Please note:
Applicants are responsible for contacting two referees to send their reference letters directly to  by the closing date. Full details are contained in the job description.

Applications for this vacancy are to be made online. To apply for this vacancy and for further information, including a job description and selection criteria, please click on the link below.

Only applications received before 12.00 noon UK time on Wednesday, 19 November can be considered.

Job Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate in Operator Algebras
Division:
Mathematical, Physical and Life Sciences
Department:
Mathematical Institute

Location:

Andrew Wiles Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG

Grade and salary:
Grade 7: £41,636 – £47,779 per annum
Contract type:
Fixed-term (24 months)