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Job Opportunity: Research Associate in Pure Mathematics (fixed-term):Job description:Job location: Bath This a 12 month research position to work with Dr Daniel Loughran on his Future Leaders Fellowship titled "Geometric Analytic Number Theory". About the function: We are seeking for researchers with skills in algebraic geometry, algebraic topology, or number theory, with specific topics in the research programme including: » Arithmetic statistics » Applications of homological stcapability in arithmetic geometry » Existence & distribution of rational points on varieties (the Hasse principle and Manin's conjecture) » Arithmetic of abelian varieties and moduli stacks The position comes with substantial travel funds and no teaching obligations. They also include relocation expenses & equipment expenses (e.g. Laptop). You will be a highly motivated individual who will contribute well to the research project itself and to the department as a whole, and be expected to disseminate the results in leading academic journals & conferences. For more information and an informal discussion about the function Contact Us by Dr Daniel Loughran (dtl32@bath.ac.uk), however, please submit your application via the University website including: » an up-to-date curriculum vitae, » a research statement describing your research interests, as well as your practice in the research areas significant to the position. » the names of two referees (references will be requested before the interview). The start date is flexible, with the latest start date being 1st October 2024. Interviews will take place in May 2024. About us: The Department of Mathematical Sciences at the University of Bath is internationally renowned and covers the full spectrum of mathematics, with over 70 academic staff. You will join the Algebra, Geometry, and Number Theory group which is active in algebraic and differential geometry, group theory, representation theory, and number theory. The group has a weekly seminar which you will be able to participate in. Dr Loughran is in the process of creating a new centre for number theory at Bath. You will join our highly active team which currently includes 6 PhD students and 2 postdocs. We have a weekly team meeting where we study together recent papers and topics of interest. We have close connections with other number theory groups in the UK including those in Bristol, Warwick, Glasgow, Oxford, and London. Despite there being no teaching obligations, for candidates wishing to gather more teaching practice, the departmental allows postdoctoral researchers to lecture courses at an undergraduate or postgraduate level. Any such arrangement could be flexible and done as a team. What we can offer you: » a very generous employer contributory pension scheme » generous annual leave allowance with an additional 5 discretionary days so that you can enjoy a positive work life balance » we are a family-friendly University and with an increasingly agile workforce, are open to flexible working arrangements » an excellent compensate package that recognises the talents of our diverse workforce » a wide variety of personal and professional development opportunities » a number of support options available for new and existing staff to help with the cost of some immigration expenses which you may be eligible for: Relocation allowance, Visa Reimbursement, Interest-Free Loan. We consider ourselves to be an inclusive university, where difference is celebrated, respected and encouraged. We have an excellent international reputation with staff from over 60 different nations and have made a positive commitment towards gender equality and intersectionality receiving a Silver Athena SWAN award. We truly believe that diversity of practice, perspectives, and backgrounds will lead to a better environment for our employees and students. Skills:
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