Job Summary
The School of Physical and Chemical Sciences and the School of Mathematical Sciences at Queen Mary University of London are inviting applications for two fixed-term Postdoctoral Research Associate positions in Theoretical Physics. These roles are part of the joint research project ‘Amplitudes and Quantum Fields,’ funded by the STFC Particle Physics Theory Consolidated Grant 2025 ‘Amplitudes, Strings and Duality.’
Job Details
- Designation: Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Research Area: Theoretical Physics (Scattering Amplitudes, Gravity, and Quantum Field Theory)
- Location: London, United Kingdom
- Salary: £39,187 to £52,790 per annum
- Contract Type: Fixed-Term (One position for 3 years, one for 2 years)
Eligibility & Qualification
The successful candidates must meet the following requirements:
- A PhD (or equivalent) in theoretical physics.
- Expertise in modern scattering amplitudes research.
- A strong research record within theoretical physics.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to work independently as well as within a team.
- Experience in areas such as classical gravity, gravitational waves, gauge theories, colour-kinematics duality, or string amplitudes.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Research Associates will contribute significantly to the research project ‘Amplitudes and Quantum Fields.’ Key responsibilities and research areas include:
- Development of modern amplitudes methods.
- Applications of amplitudes to classical gravity and gravitational waves.
- Computation of amplitudes in gauge theories and gravity.
- Researching colour-kinematics duality and the classical double copy.
- Exploring string amplitudes and amplitude methods for cosmology.
- Collaborating with academics, postdocs, and PhD students across the Centre for Theoretical Physics and Astronomy and the Centre for Geometry Analysis and Gravitation.
Benefits
Queen Mary University of London offers a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary and access to a generous pension scheme.
- 30 days of annual leave per annum.
- Season ticket loan scheme.
- Personal and professional development opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements and inclusive employment policies.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit their application through the official recruitment portal. Candidates are expected to demonstrate their research experience and potential to contribute to the schools’ joint research projects.
Last Date for Apply: 4th December 2026
Apply Link: Apply for Postdoctoral Research Associate
