Research Associate in Number Theory

Research Associate in Number Theory

University of York

York, United Kingdom

Applications are invited for a postdoctoral position in Number Theory to work on a project entitled “The density of rational points near manifolds and applications” funded by an EPSRC grant held by Professor Victor Beresnevich. The post can be taken up from the 1st of March 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The applicants are expected to have a background in an area of Pure Mathematics, and those with a background or experience in number theory or related fields are especially encouraged to apply. You should have completed a PhD in Mathematics or an equivalent experience by the start date of your appointment.

Role

• To conduct individual and collaborative research projects, duties to include: analysis and interpretation of research data; use of appropriate research techniques and methods; writing up of research results and dissemination through publications, seminar and conference presentations and public engagement and outreach activities; contributing to the identification of possible new areas of research
• To contribute to the preparation of research proposals and applications to external bodies
• To undertake appropriate organisational and administrative activities connected to the research project, including conference organisation, and the development of promotional or educational material including website maintenance and development
• To develop and initiate collaborative working internally and externally, duties to include: the building of internal contacts and participation in internal networks; collaboration with colleagues on joint projects as required; participation in and identification of external networks in order to share information and identify potential opportunities for collaboration and possible sources of funding; attendance at and contribution to relevant meetings
• To provide guidance to other staff and students, as required, as well as coordinating the work of small research teams
• To assist with undergraduate teaching in own area of expertise.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

• You will have a PhD or equivalent professional qualification in Mathematics. Applicants completing their PhD will be considered but they will be required to submit their thesis for examination before taking up this position.
• You will have experience of carrying out independent and/or collaborative research, and ability to write up research work for publication in high profile journals.
• You will have competence to make presentations at conferences and other appropriate events, and to engage in public dissemination.