Heilbronn Research Fellowships

Expression of Interest

Would you like to use your skills in pure mathematics, data science or quantum information and be part of a team working on exciting real world mathematical problems that help to keep the UK safe?

Want to be kept informed? Please complete the online form in the link below to register your interest. We will contact you with further information about the role when the advert goes live 11th October 2024.

Our 3 year Heilbronn Postdoctoral Research Fellowships provide the opportunity to continue your own personal research alongside working on varied and fascinating classified research projects, collaborating with colleagues in a supportive and encouraging environment that puts an emphasis on teamwork. Research areas of interest include, but are not restricted to, Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Combinatorics, Data Science, Number Theory, Probability, and Quantum Information. Fellows have previously been appointed with backgrounds in most areas of Pure Mathematics, Data Science and Statistics, Quantum Information and Mathematical/Theoretical Physics.

If you are considering applying but unsure if it’s the right fit for you, we are organising an online event on Thursday 24 October 2024 to explain the application process and to give you the chance to ask questions. Join us to hear from our current Heilbronn Fellows who will share their own experiences of their time at the Heilbronn Institute. We will explain the application process and give you the chance to ask questions. The event is an opportunity to find out more about the Heilbronn Fellowships with a specific focus on underrepresented groups in mathematics. If you are interested please see more information and how to register in this link.

Location of Fellowships: Our full job advert will go live 11th October 2024 and we expect to make up to 12 appointments for October 2025 at the University of Bristol, Imperial College London, King’s College London, University College London, and The University of Manchester. Heilbronn Fellows divide their time equally between their own research and the classified research programme of the Heilbronn Institute.

Starting Salary: £45,232 – £50,474 a year (or local equivalent) depending on previous experience, plus the London weighting where appropriate. In addition, a fund of £2.5K a year to pay for research expenses will be available to each Fellow. Our Fellowships are 3 years (fixed-term), with a preferred start date of 1 October 2025.

Career Development Opportunities: You will also be offered training and development opportunities that fit your career ambitions, research needs and personal development requirements.

Equal Opportunities: Diversity and inclusion are critical to the vision and mission of the Heilbronn Institute. We seek a truly diverse workforce which includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are currently under-represented in mathematics.

Eligibility: Due to the nature of the Institute’s work, fellows must be willing to apply for a national security clearance at an appropriate level. UK resident UK nationals will normally be able to meet this condition: other potential applicants are welcome to contact the Heilbronn Manager at himr-recruitment@bristol.ac.uk to discuss eligibility.

If you have any questions about the role, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Heilbronn Manager at the above email address.