Assistant Professor in Theoretical Physics/Computational Materials Modelling

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Assistant Professor in Theoretical Physics/Computational Materials Modelling

Company

University of Warwick

Job description

Assistant Professor in Theoretical Physics/Computational Materials Modelling (71835-0724)LocationUniversity of Warwick Campus, CoventryDepartmentPhysicsPosition TypeFull Time, PermanentSalary£45,585 to £54,395 per annumAbout the RoleFor informal enquiries, please contact Professor Mark Newton (Head of Department) at Physics.head@warwick.ac.uk.The Department of Physics at the University of Warwick is looking to recruit an exceptional individual to contribute to the research and educational goals of its Theoretical Physics Cluster and to play an active role in the .The Theoretical Physics Cluster has three broad areas of activity: (i) Computational materials modelling – designing synthesis routes for molecules, materials, and nanostructures purely in-silico and describing physical properties predictively from first principles for direct comparison with experiment; (ii) Many body quantum theory and statistical mechanics – providing new insight into many-body quantum phenomena, open quantum dynamics and quantum information science and (iii) Active matter and biophysics – providing physics-based understanding of non-equilibrium systems, active materials, leading to biological systems.There are strong links and overlap among the three areas. We collaborate extensively with experimental groups and have major roles in postgraduate training and interdisciplinary activities. The Cluster plays an important role in the Department’s delivery of its thriving joint undergraduate degree course.The is built around a closely knit, highly collaborative team of academics, including members of the Theoretical Physics Cluster, from five science departments at Warwick and trains people to challenge current state-of-the-art in computational modelling of heterogeneous, ‘real world’ systems across a range of research themes such as strongly correlated materials for quantum devices, magnetic materials for clean energy applications, alloys for fusion applications and biomolecules for fighting antibiotic resistance. The scientific research computing community at Warwick links expertise in multiscale modelling and uncertainty quantification with the development of advanced scientific computing paradigms.We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis, even where a position is advertised as full-time, unless there are operational or other objective reasons why it is not possible to do so.About YouWe are looking for candidates with backgrounds in relevant areas of theoretical physics and scientific computing to contribute strongly to the above activities. Applicants with strong track records in one or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged: (i) working closely with experimentalists, (ii) materials for Quantum Technologies, (iii) mesoscale soft and active matter and/or condensed matter simulation, (iv) expertise in multiscale modelling, uncertainty quantification, sampling theory, inverse problems and machine learning, (v) quantum algorithms for the simulations of equilibrium and non-equilibrium material and fluid phenomena. The successful candidate will have an ability to work across traditional discipline boundaries and multiple departments.Key duties include independent and collaborative research, development of research partnerships with colleagues across the university, supervision of PhD students and postdoctoral fellows and contributing to the teaching needs of the Department of Physics.We also invite applications from exceptional candidates having interests aligned with any of our other areas of theoretical physics, who already hold an externally funded research fellowship, or similar research funding.The Department of Physics provides an exciting and highly supportive environment in which academics can develop their careers. At Warwick, Assistant Professor is a tenure-track position leading to appointment as an Associate Professor after successful completion of probation. Teaching and administration duties are reduced during the probationary period. The University of Warwick maintains a global outlook, has collaborations around the world, and welcomes applicants of all nationalities. We are fully committed to equality of opportunity and encourage applications and enquiries from all suitably qualified candidates. All posts can be held full or part-time.For further information regarding the skills required for this role please see the personal specification section of the attached job description.About the DepartmentEPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Modelling of Heterogeneous Systems (HetSys)For further information about HetSys please see our website atThe Scientific Computing Research Technology Platform (SCRTP)The SCRTP at Warwick manages a Linux-based computing environment (SCRTP Linux), provides high performance computing (HPC) facilities and access to research software engineering (RSE) expertise for researchers at Warwick. For further information about the SCRTP please see our website at https://warwick.ac.uk/research/rtp/scDepartment of PhysicsThe post will be based in the Department of Physics, a vibrant academic department with 200 academic, research, technical and professional services staff, over 800 undergraduate students and 200 postgraduate research students.We are proud of our diverse community of staff, students, and visitors, and are committed to maintaining an excellent record in teaching and research by ensuring that there is equality of opportunity for all, fostered in an environment of mutual respect and dignity.We hold an Athena SWAN Silver award, a national initiative to promote gender equality for all staff and students. We are also a Juno Champion, which is an award from the Institute of Physics to recognise our efforts to address the under-representation of women in university physics and to encourage better practice for both women and men.Further information about working in the Department of Physics and the benefits available can be found at .The University supports flexible working and requests for part-time working or job-share will be considered where possible.Childcare for interviewsChildcare can be provided for you at the University of Warwick Nursery ( ) in order for you to attend the interview. Childcare is subject to availability of places at the Nursery.About the UniversityBorn in the 60s with a mindset of boldness, imagination and collaboration, the University of Warwick is a world-leading research-intensive university with the highest academic and research standards. We’re one of the world’s top universities, ranked 67th in the world and 10th in the UK*, with 92% of our research assessed to be ‘world leading or internationally excellent’**.You’ll be joining a diverse, innovative and globally connected community committed to igniting real world progress. Here at Warwick, we offer you opportunities to follow your ambitions as long as you bring the energy and determination to succeed.*QS World University Rankings 2024** Research Excellence Framework 2021To find out more about us visit ourHow to ApplyCLOSING DATE: Sunday 22 September 2024 at 11.55pmTo apply, please click ‘Apply’ below and submit an application form by the closing date. Please plan for any potential delays as you will not be able to submit an application past this deadline (even if you opened the form at, say, 11.30pm).Please attach a CV and cover letter.

• Your CV should include your most recent employment experience, any other relevant experience, and education history.
• Your cover letter must detail how you meet each of the essential criteria found in the Job Description document below (desirable criteria too, where possible).

Please see for guidance on writing a cover letter. We highly recommend using individual criteria as headers and giving examples below, though you are free to format the letter as you wish.To streamline our hiring processes, we can only accept applications via our official website, .Interview Date: w/c 14 or 21 October 2024 (The interview process will take place over two days).Start Date: TBCWhat we OfferWe will provide you with a great range of benefits, which include an attractive pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus Christmas closure, excellent learning and development opportunities, and savings on a wide range of products and services. We offer a generous maternity/paternity/adoption/parental leave policy, and onsite childcare facilities.We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer you access to flexible working, for more information click .We are proud to say that we are a .If you are considering relocating to the UK, read our to find out more about what Warwick has to offer and what might be involved in the process.Our Commitment to InclusionWarwick is committed to building an organisation of mutual respect and dignity, promoting a welcoming, diverse, and inclusive working and learning environment. We recognise that everyone is different in a variety of visible and non-visible ways, and that those differences are to be recognised, respected, and valued. Where possible, we go beyond legislation to provide a place where everyone can thrive, supporting all staff to achieve their full potential. We aspire to remove economic, social, and cultural barriers that may otherwise prevent people from succeeding.We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all communities regardless of culture, background, age, disability, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, religion/belief, or sexual or romantic orientation. To find out more about our social inclusion work at Warwick visit our webpages .The University currently holds a , and a . The University of Warwick is also one of the six founder institutions of the .Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS)The University of Warwick complies with the DBS Code of Practice and undertakes not to discriminate unfairly against anyone who makes a Disclosure relating to a conviction or other information revealed. More information is available on the University’s Vacancy pages and applicants may request a copy of the DBS Code of Practice.Job Description

Expected salary

£45585 – 54395 per year

Location

Coventry

Job date

Sat, 13 Jul 2024 04:58:26 GMT

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