At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead groundbreaking research in computational astrophysics and inspire the next generation of scientists.
- Company: Durham University, a top UK institution with a vibrant academic community.
- Benefits: Flexible working options, generous research support, and a welcoming environment.
- Other info: Inclusive culture that values diversity and supports career growth.
- Why this job: Join a world-class team and make a real impact in astrophysics and cosmology.
- Qualifications: PhD in relevant field and a passion for teaching and research.
The predicted salary is between 51750 - 63250 £ per year.
We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities, neurodiversity and long-term health conditions, and we are committed to ensuring fair treatment throughout the recruitment process. We will make adjustments to support the recruitment and interview process wherever it is reasonable to do so and, where successful, adjustments will be made to support people within their role. If you are unable to complete your application via our recruitment system or would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to support you in the application process, please get in touch with us on e.recruitment@durham.ac.uk.
The Department of Physics at Durham is one of the largest in the UK and a vibrant centre for world leading research and education. A World Top 100 department in the 2025 QS subject rankings, our research spans advanced instrumentation, astronomy and astrophysics, condensed matter physics, cosmology, particle physics and quantum physics. It has real world impact, informing developments in energy storage, improved cancer imaging, quantum computing, nuclear fusion, pandemic modelling and faster digital technologies.
The Department incorporates the Ogden Centre for Fundamental Physics and is home to the Institute for Particle Physics Phenomenology and the Institute for Computational Cosmology. The Institute for Computational Cosmology is one of the leading international centres for research in computational cosmology and astrophysics. We deliver world-leading science using high-performance computing, using it as a foundation to inspire future generations of scientists at all levels.
The Position: The Department of Physics at Durham University seeks to appoint a talented individual to the role of Assistant or Associate Professor, in the Institute for Computational Cosmology (ICC). We welcome applications from those with research interests in the field of computational cosmology or astrophysics. Applications are particularly encouraged from candidates with a future interest in collaboratively building new generations of world leading simulations.
Applicants must demonstrate research excellence in the field of computational cosmology or astrophysics with the ability to teach our students to an exceptional standard and to fully engage in the services, citizenship and values of the University. The University provides a working and teaching environment which is inclusive and welcoming and where everyone is treated fairly with dignity and respect. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate these key principles as part of the assessment process.
Key responsibilities:
- Pursue research that is world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour, commensurate with the Department’s continuing emphasis on international excellence.
- Deliver excellent teaching offering lectures, seminars and tutorials at undergraduate and taught postgraduate levels.
- Contribute significantly to the development and delivery of high-quality teaching, including the design of excellent learning environments and curricula.
- Attracting and providing excellent supervision.
Assistant or Associate Professor in Computational Astrophysics or Cosmology in North East employer: Durham University
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