At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead groundbreaking research in astrophysics and teach the next generation of scientists.
- Company: University of Bath, a top research-intensive institution with a vibrant academic community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive work environment, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Full-time role with flexible start date and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Why this job: Join a renowned team and make significant contributions to the field of astrophysics.
- Qualifications: Strong research background in astrophysics and teaching experience.
The predicted salary is between 50400 - 61600 £ per year.
The Department of Physics at the University of Bath is seeking to appoint a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer with a strong research profile in astrophysics. Any exceptional candidate with a research profile that aligns well with the research strengths of the Bath Astrophysics Group will be considered, but we particularly encourage applicants with a research profile in observational time-domain astrophysics.
The Bath Astrophysics Group has an international reputation in Galaxy and extragalactic astrophysics, including relativistic transients and their host galaxies, extreme matter physics, multi-messenger astronomy, galaxy evolution, galaxy – black hole coevolution, variable stars and cosmology. Group members are active in numerous international science collaborations, making use of and developing capabilities for major astronomical facilities such as JWST, VRO-LSST, CTA, SKA, Cosmic Explorer, eXTP. Bath is an institutional member of the 4MOST consortium and hosts on-campus as well as cloud computational facilities for data-intensive research.
The successful candidate will establish a well-funded independent research programme that complements and enhances existing activities in the group and around the university. The appointee will also contribute to the undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision and administrative duties within the Department.
The University of Bath is a leading research-intensive University. In the previous REF2021 assessment, 96% of the Department’s submitted research activity was ranked world-leading or internationally excellent in terms of originality, significance and rigour. The Department, which graduates approximately 120 high-calibre undergraduate students each year, consists of over 40 academic staff with over 50 postdoctoral researchers & PhD students. Both the Department and the University are committed to providing an encouraging and inclusive work environment. We truly believe that diversity of experience, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students, so we encourage applications from all genders, backgrounds, and communities, particularly from under-represented groups, and value the positive impact that will have on our teams.
The successful candidate will establish a well-funded independent research programme that complements and enhances existing activities in the group and around the university, for instance by forming links within the research group, as well as, for example, the Departments of Computer Science or Mathematical Sciences. The appointee will also contribute to the undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision and administrative duties within the Department.
This is a full-time open-ended role (36.5 hours per week) with an expected start date from September 2026. For informal enquiries about the role and the Department, please contact Bath Astrophysics Research Group Leader Dr Hendrik van Eerten (hjve20@bath.ac.uk).
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Assistant/Associate Professor) in Astrophysics in Bath employer: Technical University of Denmark
The University is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With the flexibility of hybrid working and generous leave entitlements, including 36 days off, staff are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance while contributing to the academic success of students in the Faculty of History.
Contact Details:
Technical University of Denmark Recruitment Team
