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"""_________________________________________________________________________ Job Description and Selection Criteria Job title Leverhulme-Peierls Postdoctoral Research Fellow in Theoretical Physics (3 posts) Division Mathematical Physical and Life Sciences Department Physics Location The Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics, Clarendon Laboratory Grade and salary Grade 8: £45,585 - £54,395 p.a. Hours Full time Contract type Fixed-term for 3 years (starting 01 Oct 2024) Reporting to Prof Shivaji Sondhi Vacancy reference 167622 Additional information Closing date – midday 13 Oct UK time Research topic Theoretical Physics Principal Investigator / supervisor Prof Shivaji Sondhi Project team Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics Project web site https://www.physics.ox.ac.uk/research/subdepartment/rudolfpeierlscentre-theoretical-physics Funding partner This post is funded by The Leverhulme Trust Recent publications The role Reporting to Prof. Shivaji Sondhi holder of the Wykeham, Tencent and Leverhulme Professorships, the post holder will be supported en route to becoming a recognised authority in their field of research in Theoretical Physics. The post holder will be expected to set an independent research agenda in one of more of the research areas of the Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics. Responsibilities • • • Carry out a frontier research programme in Theoretical Physics: Develop research questions within at least one sub-field of theoretical physics, generate − original ideas by building on existing concepts and results, conduct individual research, analyse detailed and complex qualitative and/or quantitative data from a variety of sources. Adapt existing, and develop and implement new, research methodologies. − − Prepare working theories and analyse data from a variety of sources, reviewing and refining theories as appropriate. − Carry out collaborative projects with colleagues in other institutions and research groups as appropriate. Communicate results within the RPC and to an international audience: − Regularly write research articles for peer-reviewed journals, book chapters, and reviews. Present papers at international conferences, and lead seminars to disseminate research findings. − Participate in and help to organize scientific conferences, workshops, journal clubs and seminars related to your research, and take part in related outreach activities. Participate in the scientific life of the RPC: Collaborate with other members of the RPC (including students) as appropriate. − − Act as a source of information and advice to other members of the RPC (including students) on methodologies and procedures. − Share responsibility for shaping the research group’s plans and the writing of group-funding applications for new research projects where appropriate. − Contribute ideas for new research directions for the RPC and organize activities as appropriate to develop them. • The post-holder will have the opportunity to teach. This may include lecturing, small group teaching, and research supervision of undergraduates and graduate students. • Manage own academic research and administrative activities, involving small-scale project management and coordinating multiple aspects of work to meet deadlines. Pre-employment screening All offers of employment are made subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to provide proof of your right-to-work, your identity, and we will contact the referees you have nominated. You will also be asked to complete a health declaration (so that you can tell us about any health conditions or disabilities so that we can discuss appropriate adjustments with you), and a declaration of any unspent criminal convictions. We advise all applicants to read the candidate notes on the University’s pre-employment screening procedures, found at: www.ox.ac.uk/about/jobs/preemploymentscreening/. Selection Criteria Essential • The candidate must hold a PhD/DPhil (or close to obtaining) in Theoretical Physics, or a closely related discipline • The candidate must have the ability to manage their own academic research and associated activities. • The candidate should demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as to contribute to the research undertaken by other members of the Centre. • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the wider programme of the Rudolf Peierls Centre assisting with the organization of seminars, workshops, web pages public lectures etc. • The candidate should have an excellent background in theoretical physics. • The candidate should have an exceptional publication record for their career stage. • The candidate should have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to function as part of a team. • The candidate should have the ability to write for publication, present research proposals and results, and represent the research group at meetings. Desirable • Familiarity with the process of making grant applications. Hazard-specific / Safety-critical duties This job may include hazards or safety-critical activities. If you are offered the post, you will be asked to complete a health questionnaire which will be assessed by our Occupational Health Service, and the offer of employment will be subject a successful outcome of this assessment. The hazards or safety-critical duties involved are as follows:  Travel outside of Europe or North America on University Business About the University of Oxford Welcome to the University of Oxford. We aim to lead the world in research and education for the benefit of society both in the UK and globally. Oxford’s researchers engage with academic, commercial and cultural partners across the world to stimulate high-quality research and enable innovation through a broad range of social, policy and economic impacts. 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These prestigious, three-year postdoctoral fellowships were created in conjunction with the appointment of Prof Shivaji Sondhi to the Wykeham and Leverhulme Professorship of Physics, and are intended both to support the most talented theoretical physicists worldwide at an early stage of their careers and to enrich the intellectual environment of the Centre. It is envisaged that up to three appointments will be made this year. Fellows will receive active mentoring from members of the RPC but will be encouraged and expected to set an independent research agenda in one or more of the research areas of the Centre, broadly construed. To that end, they will have access to substantial travel and research funds and participate fully in the Centre’s vibrant programme of visitors and seminars. In conjunction with their appointment, the Fellows will be associated with a college. Candidates should be completing or have recently (i.e. normally within the past 3 years) completed a doctorate in theoretical physics or a closely related discipline. Applications must be made online. Candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form, upload a CV and a two-page statement of their research plans, and are encouraged, where appropriate, to identify members of the RPC with overlapping research interests. Candidates must also arrange for **one nomination letter** and **two supporting reference letters** to be sent by email to RPCReferences@physics.ox.ac.uk. **The nomination letter should make specific reference to the candidate ’s potential as an independent researcher and be accessible to a general theoretical physics audience.** The name of the nominator and the referees should be provided on the Cover Sheet. All application materials including nomination and reference letters must be received by noon on Friday October 13, 2023. 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The Rudolf Peierls Centre for Theoretical Physics (RPC) at the University of Oxford is pleased to invite applications for the Leverhulme-Peierls Fellows. These prestigious, three-year postdoctoral fellowships were created in conjunction with the appointment of Prof Shivaji Sondhi to the Wykeham and Leverhulme Professorship of Physics, and are intended both to support the most talented theoretical physicists worldwide at an early stage of their careers and to enrich the intellectual environment of the Centre. It is envisaged that up to three appointments will be made this year.

 

Fellows will receive active mentoring from members of the RPC but will be encouraged and expected to set an independent research agenda in one or more of the research areas of the Centre, broadly construed. To that end, they will have access to substantial travel and research funds and participate fully in the Centre’s vibrant programme of visitors and seminars.  In conjunction with their appointment, the Fellows will be associated with a college.

 

Candidates should be completing or have recently (i.e. normally within the past 3 years) completed a doctorate in theoretical physics or a closely related discipline.  Applications must be made online. Candidates will be asked to complete an Application Form, upload a CV and a two-page statement of their research plans, and are encouraged, where appropriate, to identify members of the RPC with overlapping research interests. Candidates must also arrange for one nomination letter and two supporting reference letters to be sent by email to  RPCReferences@physics.ox.ac.uk. The nomination letter should make specific reference to the candidate’s potential as an independent researcher and be accessible to a general theoretical physics audience. The name of the nominator and the referees should be provided on the Cover Sheet.

 

All application materials including nomination and reference letters must be received by noon on Friday October 13, 2023. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a remote visit and interview, to take place in early November. Successful candidates will be notified by email by November 30, 2023.
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