Research Associate in Algebraic Geometry

Location: South Kensington/Hybrid

About the role:

You are invited to apply for the Research Associate position in the Department of Mathematics at Imperial College London, funded by the Royal Society University Research Fellowship on '’Geometric Applications of Stability Conditions on Triangulated Categories.'’

What you would be doing:

You will work closely with Dr Soheyla Feyzbakhsh and the algebraic geometry group at Imperial College on some aspects of the Royal Society fellowship on "Geometric Applications of Stability Conditions on Triangulated Categories."

This position is well-suited for candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: derived categories, Bridgeland stability conditions, Brill-Noether theory, K3 surfaces, Fano varieties, Donaldson-Thomas theory, and enumerative invariants in string theory.

What we are looking for:

• A PhD or equivalent level of professional qualifications and/or experience in algebraic geometry or closely related fields
• Clear evidence of outstanding promise and originality in research, with a good publication record, commensurate with career stage                  
• Ability to carry out original research and to produce published research papers
• Ability to identify, develop, and implement new concepts, techniques, and methods
• Ability to organise own work independently
• Ability to prioritise own work in response to deadlines
• Willingness to work as part of a team and to be open-minded and cooperative          
• Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to deal with a wide range of people, and to communicate complex information clearly

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
• Grow your career: Gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading dedicated career support for researchers as well as opportunities for promotion and progression
• Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 43 days off a year and generous pension schemes).

Further Information

This is a fixed-term position for 12 months, with the possibility of extension for one more year. The expected start date is 1 February 2027, but this is flexible, and the appointment may begin slightly earlier or shortly afterwards.

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range, £45,399 - £48,876 per annum.

In addition to completing the online application, candidates should attach:

• A full CV,
• A 2-page research statement describing why the candidate’s expertise is relevant to this position and future research plans; and
• The details of three referees.

For any specific queries regarding the post please Dr Soheyla Feyzbakhsh, (s.feyzbakhsh@imperial.ac.uk). 

If you experience any technical issues when applying online, please email recruitment@imperial.ac.uk