Research Fellow (111447-0326)

Location

University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Department

Mathematics

Position Type

Fixed Term

Duration

Fixed term contract for 3 years

Salary

£35,608 to £46,049 per annum

About the Role

Informal Queries

• For informal queries, please contact Professor Mark Pollicott at M.Pollicottwarwick.ac.uk

Applications are invited for a 3-year fixed-term postdoctoral position in the Mathematics Department at the University of Warwick, working on Prof. M. Pollicott’s EPSRC Open Fellowship, "Computational Ergodic Theory, Hyperbolic Geometry and Spectral Theory." This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a new research programme in close collaboration with experienced researchers in the field.

The successful candidate will work closely with Prof. Mark Pollicott and members of the Ergodic Theory group, while also having scope to pursue independent research and develop their own academic profile.

The starting date is 1st July 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.

About You

We are seeking a candidate with strong research potential, and prior familiarity with some or all of the following areas:

• Spectral Geometry
• Dynamical Systems or Ergodic Theory
• Geometry or Analysis
• Numerical Computation and programming

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic and motivated scientist who will contribute to this research programme.

You will have excellent communication and presentation skills, and be comfortable talking about your work with academics from other disciplines and non-specialists. You will have a record of research papers published in journals (or accepted to be published). You will have a high capacity for original research and creative thought, as well as the ability to manage your time effectively across multiple strands of research.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

PhD Status

If you are near submission of your PhD, or have not yet had it conferred, any offers of employment will be made at Research Assistant level, at the highest spinal point of pay grade 5 (£34,610 per annum).

Upon receipt of evidence confirming the successful award of your PhD, you will be promoted to Research Fellow, at the lowest spinal point of grade 6 (£35,608 per annum).

About the Department

The Warwick Mathematics Institute is internationally recognised for its research, and our best undergraduates are a match for those at any other UK university. We run a wide range of weekly seminar series, and many workshops and conferences, for which our Mathematics Research Centre provides organisational support.

A list of our staff and their research interests can be found at: ?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarwick.ac.uk%2Ffac%2Fsci%2Fmaths%2Fresearch%2Fresearchers&module=jobs&id=305830" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarwick.ac.uk%2Ffac%2Fsci%2Fmaths%2Fresearch%2Fresearchers&module=jobs&id=305830" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/sci/­maths/research/­researchers

You can see our undergraduate module pages at: ?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarwick.ac.uk%2Ffac%2Fsci%2Fmaths%2Fcurrentstudents%2Fughandbook&module=jobs&id=305830" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarwick.ac.uk%2Ffac%2Fsci%2Fmaths%2Fcurrentstudents%2Fughandbook&module=jobs&id=305830" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://warwick.ac.uk/fac/­sci/maths/­currentstudents/­ughandbook

We are an internationally diverse department. For those eligible, the University offers relocation and Immigration Support Scheme packages to assist with costs of relocating and any associated visa applications and HIS (health) surcharge fees.

About the University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/ .

* World University Ranking 2026 , Complete University Guide 2026

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Tuesday 21st April at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline.

Please include a CV, cover letter, a list of publications and a short research statement. Within these documents, please:

1. Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).

2. Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.

3. Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).

You will only be able to upload two documents as part of your application. We ask that you include your list of publications and research statement within your CV document.

All applicants should ensure that their 3 referees send their references by email by the deadline to Alison Glendinning (Senior Administrative Assistant) by email to MathematicsPAwarwick.ac.uk

• Interview Date: To be confirmed
• Start Date: 1st July 2026

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal ( ) will be considered.

You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).

Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here .

What we Offer

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here .

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer .

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Equality, Diversity, & Inclusion

Warwick is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and respectful community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and communities, and actively encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Find out more about our Social Inclusion work at Warwick .

Find out more about our awards and accreditations .

We are also one of the six founder institutions of the EUTOPIA European University Alliance .

Safeguarding & DBS

The University of Warwick is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all those we work with.

• Roles involving regulated activity are subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level, in line with the DBS Code of Practice.
• The University will ensure that anyone subject to a barring order does not undertake any work with the barred group (children and/or adults).
• All employees, volunteers, and partners are expected to share our commitment to safeguarding.

Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders

The University will not discriminate against applicants who make a disclosure relating to a conviction.

Disclosures at application stage are only visible to the DBS team, not to hiring panels. This ensures fairness and removes bias from the shortlisting process.

Job Description

JD Research Fellow (111447).pdf - 202KB

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