Total 16 Science / R&D / Research job vacancies in Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5HE

What skills and experience we're looking for

Horbury Academy is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated Teacher of Mathematics. The successful applicant will be committed to ensuring that every pupil is challenged to achieve their maximum potential. You will have passion and enthusiasm, alongside the skills and desire to develop pupils in your classes and help them achieve excellent academic results. You will have a deep interest in the attainment of pupils at every ability level and show vigour and initiative.

We value challenge and active participation. The successful applicant will relentlessly pursue instilling an interest in their subject amongst all pupils, they will be innovative, with demonstrable resilience, vision and energy. The ability or desire to teach at A Level would also be encouraged but is not essential.

Applications are welcomed from teachers across the experience range. We offer an extensive programme of academy and Trust professional development to ensure all colleagues continue to develop as practitioners and have opportunities to work collaboratively across subjects and across academies within our Trust.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) will have an experienced subject mentor assigned from day one in post. Colleagues are supported through their early career years with regular check ins from line managers and opportunities to meet with other ECT’s across the Trust and colleagues from HR where any further support and guidance may be required. We are an inclusive academy and Trust and embrace opportunities to develop all colleagues on their journey to success.

If you have the vision and skills to deliver inspirational teaching whilst having the focus and drive to ensure successful outcomes are reached we’d love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying. We encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our recently launched Employee Benefit package.

Further details about the role

For an informal discussion about this position please contact hr@accordmat.org or call on 01924 282748.

Closing Date: Monday 25 November 2024 at 9.00am

Interviews likely to be held: w/c 02 December 2024

Application forms are available from: www.accordmat.org/vacancies/

Completed application forms to be returned to hr@accordmat.org

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

What skills and experience we're looking for

An enthusiastic, well-qualified mathematics specialist to teach at all levels within a dynamic, energetic department which thrives on continual development of its teaching and learning processes. Examination results are excellent and the subject enjoys a high status within the school. Currently, over 400 pupils study Mathematics in the sixth form of whom 70 also study Further Mathematics. The school has a newly built dedicated STEM block.

The ability to teach A level Mathematics is desirable. Applications are equally welcome from experienced or newly-qualified teachers.

What the school offers its staff

We are always seeking to improve staff wellbeing: Low academic curriculum contact time (80%) An admissions policy that prioritises children of staff Flexible approach to leave Increased holiday through disaggregation of INSET days Governors' contribution of £1,500 to staff common room Free biscuits, tea/coffee and milk Dining allowance for parents' evenings and INSETS Free flu jabs Cycle Scheme, free use of gym, free counselling service, free yoga sessions Cover supervisors and external invigilators employed Subsidised staff accommodation next to the school

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS Check

What skills and experience we're looking for

Horbury Academy is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated Teacher of Mathematics. The successful applicant will be committed to ensuring that every pupil is challenged to achieve their maximum potential. You will have passion and enthusiasm, alongside the skills and desire to develop pupils in your classes and help them achieve excellent academic results. You will have a deep interest in the attainment of pupils at every ability level and show vigour and initiative.

We value challenge and active participation. The successful applicant will relentlessly pursue instilling an interest in their subject amongst all pupils, they will be innovative, with demonstrable resilience, vision and energy. The ability or desire to teach at A Level would also be encouraged but is not essential.

Applications are welcomed from teachers across the experience range. We offer an extensive programme of academy and Trust professional development to ensure all colleagues continue to develop as practitioners and have opportunities to work collaboratively across subjects and across academies within our Trust.

Early Career Teachers (ECTs) will have an experienced subject mentor assigned from day one in post. Colleagues are supported through their early career years with regular check ins from line managers and opportunities to meet with other ECT’s across the Trust and colleagues from HR where any further support and guidance may be required. We are an inclusive academy and Trust and embrace opportunities to develop all colleagues on their journey to success.

If you have the vision and skills to deliver inspirational teaching whilst having the focus and drive to ensure successful outcomes are reached we’d love to hear from you.

What the school offers its staff

We are confident that new staff joining our Trust will feel welcomed and happy to have chosen us. Prospective applicants are welcome to visit prior to applying. We encourage prospective candidates to look at our website for further information regarding our ‘People Pledge’ and our recently launched Employee Benefit package.

Further details about the role

For an informal discussion about this position please contact hr@accordmat.org or call on 01924 282748.

Closing Date: Monday 25 November 2024 at 9.00am

Interviews likely to be held: w/c 02 December 2024

Application forms are available from: www.accordmat.org/vacancies/

Completed application forms to be returned to hr@accordmat.org

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Accord Multi Academy Trust reserves the right to interview sooner than the specified dates above. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

We are committed to providing a culture of inclusion, respect and equity of opportunity that attracts, supports, and retains high quality colleagues from all backgrounds and across all job roles at the Trust. We welcome and encourage applications from, but not limited to Black, Asian, other ethnic minority groups, individuals who identify as LGBT+; and/or are registered with a disability. Candidates will always be shortlisted based on the content of application against the job description and essential criteria without access to the personal details information.

The Accord Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Are you an experienced Science Teacher looking to take the next step in your career at an Outstanding-rated school?

We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious Science Teacher to join our thriving secondary school in Watford. This is a permanent position with an exciting opportunity to lead Key Stage 3 Science as part of the school's TLR (Teaching and Learning Responsibility) scheme.

About the Role:
- Teach Science across Key Stages 3 and 4
- Take responsibility for leading Key Stage 3 Science, developing and implementing the curriculum
- Support and mentor other staff within the Science department
- Collaborate with a supportive senior leadership team and contribute to the school's outstanding reputation

Requirements:
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Proven experience teaching Science at secondary level
- Passionate about delivering high-quality science education
- Experience or ambition to lead and manage Key Stage 3 curriculum

Why Join Us?:
- Work in an Outstanding-rated school with a strong community ethos
- Access to professional development and leadership opportunities
- Competitive salary with TLR for additional responsibilities
- Permanent role in a school that values both students' and staff's success

Apply Today!
If you're an ambitious Science Teacher ready to inspire the next generation and lead Key Stage 3 Science, submit your CV to be considered for this fantastic opportunity.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an enthusiastic and/or experienced Science teacher /ECT to teach across KS3 to KS5.

Suitable for an experienced teacher or an ECT. We have a strong record of supporting ECT’s and have an active ECT cohort and support program.

Whether this is your first teaching role or you are looking for a new challenge, if you have the skills, approach and attributes to inspire pupils in developing a love of science and help them achieve and exceed their expectations in our bright and modern science classrooms in our excellent school this might be the role for you.

St Mary’s Catholic School is a founding member of the St Francis of Assisi Catholic Academy Trust, established in September 2021. This post represents an ideal opportunity for an ambitious candidate to assume the leadership of a core subject area across all key stages.

You will be joining and supported by a team of experienced and dedicated department colleagues in a school which has a tremendously talented, committed, creative, and innovative staff; parents who are supportive; and students who are eager to learn, well behaved and motivated to succeed.

What the school offers its staff

• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking

Further details about the role

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A DBS disclosure is required for all successful applicants. St Mary’s is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis, therefore an early application is advisable.

Apply in writing using the forms available on our website (https://www.stmarys.net/page/?title=Instructions+for+Applicants&pid=149):Teacher Application Form, Consent to Obtain References Form, Rehabilitation of Offenders Form, Recruitment Monitoring Form and Applicant Submission Sheet. Applicants are reminded that they should read the Notes to Applicants before completing an application. Please note only applications on St Mary’s forms will be accepted. Please contact Deirdre McHugh, Interim Headteacherd.mchugh@stmarys.netorRecruitment@stmarys.netto submit an application or for more information.

Interviews: St Mary’s is committed to the equality of opportunity for all applicants, and we reserve the right to interview on a rolling basis, and close the application deadline early, therefore an early application is advisable.

Commitment to safeguarding

St. Mary’s is committed to keeping children safe and upholding their safeguarding responsibility. Our Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) is Miss Deirdre McHugh, Interim Headteacher

What skills and experience we're looking for

Bassingbourn Village College is looking for an ambitious and inspirational Science teacher to join our outstanding team of educators, on a temporary basis.

This is a great opportunity to work for a school within a small community where everybody plays an important role in fostering a welcoming and encouraging environment for students and staff to thrive.

The successful candidate will be an exceptional teacher who can influence and support students in reaching their full potential. You will need to have a flair and passion for your subject and be able to inspire our young people to achieve their ambitions.

What the school offers its staff

Employee Benefits:

• Generous Pension Scheme (LGPS or Teachers’ Pension Scheme depending on the role)
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free membership to Anglian Learning Sports Centres
• 20 percent discount on Anglian Learning Adult Education Courses
• Professional Development Scheme Policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Specsavers VDU Vouchers
• Boots Flu Vouchers
• Perkbox – access a range of discounts in-store and online at nationwide shops.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and staff in regulated activity will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and a barred list check. Certificates of Good Conduct and other checks may be requested if applicable. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service. This will include details of ALL cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, whether “spent” or “unspent”. Criminal convictions will only be considered when they are relevant to the post.

What skills and experience we're looking for

Bassingbourn Village College is looking for an ambitious and inspirational Science teacher to join our outstanding team of educators, on a temporary basis.

This is a great opportunity to work for a school within a small community where everybody plays an important role in fostering a welcoming and encouraging environment for students and staff to thrive.

The successful candidate will be an exceptional teacher who can influence and support students in reaching their full potential. You will need to have a flair and passion for your subject and be able to inspire our young people to achieve their ambitions.

What the school offers its staff

Employee Benefits:

Generous Pension Scheme (LGPS or Teachers’ Pension Scheme depending on the role)

Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Free membership to Anglian Learning Sports Centres

20 percent discount on Anglian Learning Adult Education Courses

Professional Development Scheme Policy

Employee Assistance Programme

Specsavers VDU Vouchers

Boots Flu Vouchers

Perkbox – access a range of discounts in-store and online at nationwide shops.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment and staff in regulated activity will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and a barred list check. Certificates of Good Conduct and other checks may be requested if applicable. Successful candidates will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service. This will include details of ALL cautions, reprimands or final warnings as well as convictions, whether “spent” or “unspent”. Criminal convictions will only be considered when they are relevant to the post.

Curriculum Technician in Science
Permanent/Full Time hours/ Term Time Only 37 weeks£25,526 - £27,891 - Pro rataBased at the Welwyn Garden City Campus, with travel to the St Albans Campus as and when required
Oaklands College are looking for a Curriculum Technician within our Science provision.
You will be supporting the effective, practical running of the department ensuring all students have access to appropriate equipment and materials and that the learning environment is positive and well ordered. You will be based in the Science department and have experience of working with and supporting students. Experience of working in an education setting would be an advantage.
If you have a genuine commitment to educational values and equality of opportunity, with a high level of personal organisation and integrity, then we would be keen to hear from you.
To be considered for this role applicants need to have the following.
NVQ Level 3 Science qualification or equivalent.
2 year’s recent experience in Science department of an education establishment or industry in a specialist area.
Ability to understand UK and College Health and safety rules and regulations
Experience of working with young people
In addition to the above it would be desirable for candidates to hold an assessor qualification as it would enable the successful candidate to support our expansion plans in Apprenticeships.
Please refer to the attached job description when submitting your application.THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:
A detailed knowledge of the curriculum and its means of delivery
High standards of communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work as a team.
The ability to work towards deadlines.Interviews will take place at the college or remotely via Microsoft Teams on a date to be confirmedWhat We Offer:Automatic entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme
Generous Annual Leave - 30 days pro rata
Excellent CPD Opportunities to grow and develop through membership and coaching
Free onsite parking
Subsidised onsite restaurant
A cycle scheme and discounted gym membership
Opportunities for flexible working
Staff awards - Recognition of positive contributions & celebration events
Employee Assistance Programme
Discounts on OASIS Beauty treatments at WGC Campus!
UNO Bus scheme - Discount fares on all UNO routes within Hertfordshire, staff and students need to show their ID badges when boarding the bus
Discounted and/ or free events e.g. - Oakfest, Lambing weekend, Zoo etc!

About the role
We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and enthusiastic person to join our Science team as a Science Technician.
A Science Technician would provide a technician service and classroom support to the Science Department for staff and pupils at all key stages in the school.
We are committed to raising standards and improving the outcomes for our students.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a school environment. We offer a high level of continued professional development to make sure that you are successful in the role.This would be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the school environment, who is interested in a career in teaching.
Barclay Academy was recently graded Good overall by Ofsted, with Outstanding for Leadership and Management, as well as Personal Development. We are continually developing an academic culture at Barclay Academy where the highest standards are expected of students and staff.
Are you:
Accurate and attentive to detail
Resilient, have high standards and expectations and strive for excellence in every aspect of school life
Committed to the development and progress of students
We offer:
Excellent opportunities for professional development
A supportive and dedicated staff team
Perkbox - Staff benefits scheme
Cycle to Work scheme
Eye Care Scheme
Car Benefit Scheme
Close access to the A1 and mainline railway station
To apply, please complete the support staff application form and a supporting letter.Please note that Future Academies reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process.
Barclay Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Online Check and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check are required for this post.

About the role We are seeking to appoint an inspirational, dynamic and enthusiastic person to join our Science team as either a Science Technician or Senior Science Technician, depending on experience. A Science Technician would provide a technician service and classroom support to the Science Department and a Senior Science Technician would lead the team of Science Technicians, working closely with the Head of Science, to oversee the provision of practical support in the Science Department for staff and pupils at all key stages in the school. We are committed to raising standards and improving the outcomes for our students. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a school environment. We offer a high level of continued professional development to make sure that you are successful in the role. This would be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to gain experience in the school environment, who is interested in a career in teaching. Barclay Academy was recently graded Good overall by Ofsted, with Outstanding for Leadership and Management, as well as Personal Development. We are continually developing an academic culture at Barclay Academy where the highest standards are expected of students and staff. Are you: Accurate and attentive to detail Resilient, have high standards and expectations and strive for excellence in every aspect of school life Committed to the development and progress of students We offer: Excellent opportunities for professional development A supportive and dedicated staff team Perkbox - Staff benefits scheme Cycle to Work scheme Eye Care Scheme Car Benefit Scheme Close access to the A1 and mainline railway station
If you would like to discuss the vacancy or be given a tour of the Academy, please contact Mrs Hackett, Associate Assistant Principal and Head of Science. To apply, please email a completed support staff application form and supporting letter. Please note that Future Academies reserves the right to appoint at any stage during the recruitment process. Barclay Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all members of staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An Online Check and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check are required for this post.

Cover Supervisor - secondary

Full Time

Bushey

£100-£120 per day

ASAP start

At Veritas, we work with schools across London and the surrounding areas including primary, secondary, and SEN schools. This includes private and independent schools as well as state schools. We are currently looking for History and Science Cover Supervisors for a secondary school in Bushey to start asap. The role will be to progress onto a teaching position. This is a full time position.

Your main duties and responsibilities will be as follows:
- cover classes
- support students of various levels and abilities
- deliver pre-planned lessons
- encourage students to engage with their learning proactively
- help students reach their attainment levels
- manage behaviour effectively
- provide a safe learning enviornment
- liaise with senior staff /colleagues

Requirements:
- degree level qualifications in history or science
- A teaching qualification desired but not essential
- previous classroom /teaching/cover supervisor experience
- experience managing behaviour
- an understanding of leading and directing a class
- strong knowledge of safeguarding
- subjected to an enhanced DBS check (Online Updated) and 2 references on file

If you are interested in this Secondary Cover Supervisor/teaching opportunity, please respond to this advert by uploading your CV demonstrating your suitability for this role. Interviews and trial days can be arranged as soon as possible.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

Post Title: Research Fellow in AI for Healthcare Data Management (2 posts)
SBU/Department: School of Physics, Engineering and Computer Science, Dept. of Engineering

FTE: 1.0 fte (Working 37 hours per week)
Duration of Contract: Fixed term (2 years)
Salary: UH7 £37,099pa to £44,263pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane Campus, Hatfield

Two (2) Research Fellow posts to deliver research for the development of innovative AI algorithms for the management and optimisation of usage of healthcare system and patients’ data. The two posts are part of a collaborative project with the Hertfordshire and West Essex Integrated Care System funded by NHS England. The Research Fellows will have to attend project meetings, support the Principal Investigator (Academic Lead), collaborate with the consortium’s partner members, and undertake the development of AI based software and databases tools for management and optimisation of healthcare data, writing of publications, reports and relevant documents to the project.

Main duties and responsibilities
To support the Principal Investigator in achieving the project milestones and attend project meetings as required. To undertake the development of databases and software tools and undertake the development of software AI tools. To handle data management and analysis as required as well as contribute to the design and organisation of the R&D project and assist with project administration. To assist with collating and writing publications, the project reports and working papers.

Skills and experience required
The successful candidate will have significant experience in Software Engineering and Databases and significant experience in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. You will have knowledge and experience in database frameworks (e.g. SQL, Tableau, Hadoop, NoSQL) and developing software projects as well as knowledge and experience in AI/ML frameworks (TensorFlow, Scikit-Learn, PyTorch, etc) and developing AI/ML projects. The ability to implement specialised innovative ideas into code (Python, R) and excellent written and oral communication, and IT skills is essential for this role.

You will be able to organise your own research activities to deadline and quality standards and be self-motivated with the ability to meet deadlines. The ability to understand complex problems requiring in-depth knowledge and the ability to collaborate with others is essential. Excellent interpersonal, and organisational skills and being flexible and adaptable to workload and team requirements as well as effective in a team setting are essential. You will also be able to demonstrate initiative and the ability to learn new skills.

Qualifications required
You will be educated with an undergraduate honours degree (or equivalent) in Data Science, Computer Science or in a relevant subject area.

You will also have a PhD (or equivalent qualification) degree in Data Science/Engineering, Software Engineering or Computer Science or close to completion of PhD (no more than 3 months prior to viva) in a relevant subject area, or equivalent experience.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: Dr Iosif Mporas (i.mporas@herts.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 19 May 2024
Interview Date: TBC
Reference Number: 058135
Date advert placed: 19 March 2024

Our vision is to transform lives: UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of their protected characteristics, and recognise there are different ways applicants may achieve the criteria in this document. We offer a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave, flexible location opportunities within the UK, discounted Sports Village memberships and free Active Staff sessions, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

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Post Title: Post-doctoral Research Fellow – Dwarf galaxies in deep-wide surveys
SBU/Department: School of Physics Engineering and Computer Science / Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics / Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR)

FTE: 1.0 (37 hours per week) (Part-time working will be considered)
Duration of Contract: Fixed term (36 months)
Salary: UH7 £37,099 to £44,263 pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of the University between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Main duties and responsibilities
Applications are invited for a 36-month postdoctoral position, to lead and publish original scientific investigations in the area of galaxy formation and evolution. A focus will be on harnessing the unprecedented area, depth and statistics afforded by new observational surveys to perform some of the first statistical studies of dwarf galaxies outside the local neighbourhood.

The successful applicant will combine data from new deep-wide surveys – e.g. the Hyper Suprime-Cam surveys and the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST) – with state-of-the-art cosmological hydro-dynamical simulations. You will work with Professor Sugata Kaviraj and his group. Group members have LSST data rights and hold several leadership roles within LSST, including in pipeline development. The group is heavily involved in cosmological simulations (e.g. Horizon-AGN and NewHorizon) and in developing machine-learning techniques for the analysis of large surveys.

You must also regularly contribute to a positive and productive working atmosphere within the Centre for Astrophysics Research, by contributing to the various meetings, seminars, talks and journal clubs that make CAR (and UH in general) a vibrant and dynamic place to work.

The post – one of 8 new STFC-funded postdoctoral positions awarded to CAR as a result of the STFC Astronomy Grants scheme (2023) – is available from 01 April 2024 and the successful candidate will ideally be in post as soon as possible, and no later than 01 October 2024.

Skill and experience required
You will have a track record of research in a relevant area of expertise in observational or theoretical astrophysics. You will also have a record of submitting/publishing scientific research in leading astronomical journals, presenting your work at scientific conferences, workshops or seminars and experience of scientific programming.

Qualifications required
Minimum of a first degree (or equivalent qualification), or higher qualification in a relevant discipline as well as a PhD (or equivalent qualification) or must have been approved for the award, or equivalent experience.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For more information or to discuss the post, please contact Professor Sugata Kaviraj (s.kaviraj@herts.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 04 February 2024
Interview Date: Week commencing 19 February 2024 (TBC)
Reference Number: 056020
Date advert placed: 20 December 2023

Applications should be submitted online via the recruitment website and should be accompanied by PDF versions of a CV, a list of publications, and a personal statement/cover letter (maximum two sides of A4 paper) explaining your motivation for applying, summarizing your research interests and what you would bring to the position (in reference to the Person Specification). Finally, you must also include the contact details of two referees willing to write on your behalf.

The Astrophysics group is part of the Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics, and is a thriving research group of ~60 academic staff, research fellows and postgraduate students. The department takes pride in the diversity of its staff and holds both an IoP Juno Champion and an Athena-Swan Silver award. We encourage applications from all individuals meeting our essential criteria, irrespective of gender or membership of under-represented groups. The UH vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. UH offers a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave and discounted Sports Village memberships, personal and professional development, a flexible location policy, and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

A standard package of benefits will be provided, including funding for travel and equipment expenses.

Apply online at https://www.jobs.herts.ac.uk/go/056020

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Post Title: Post-doctoral Research Fellow – Chemodynamical Evolution of the Milky Way
SBU/Department: School of Physics Engineering and Computer Science / Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics / Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR)

FTE: 1.0 (37 hours per week)
Duration of Contract: Fixed term (36 months)
Salary: UH7 £37,099 to £44,263 pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Main duties and responsibilities
Applications are invited for a 36-month postdoctoral position, to lead and publish original scientific investigations in the area of theoretical or observational astrophysics of stars and galaxies. A focus will be to use chemical abundances of stars, in order to understand the origin of elements and the evolution of galaxies.

The successful applicant will use theoretical, chemodynamical simulations of Milky Way-type galaxies to interpret the Galactic archaeology survey observations of the Local Group (including the Milky Way Galaxy and the Andromeda Galaxy M31), as well as those of very-nearby galaxies with James Webb Space Telescope. You will work with Professor Chiaki Kobayashi and her group, who have been running cosmological and zoom-in simulations of galaxies incorporating her nucleosynthesis yields. DiRAC high performance computing facility will be available as well as the UH local cluster and data storage. The project also plans to include the effects of binary stars, in collaboration with Dr. Robert Izzard at University of Surrey, under the UK-wide network on nuclear astrophysics BRIDGCE (BRIdge the Disciplines related to the Galactic Chemical Evolution, https://www.bridgce.ac.uk).

You will also be expected to regularly contribute to a positive and productive working atmosphere within the Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR), by contributing to institute seminars, journal clubs, group meetings, etc. that make CAR (and UH in general) a vibrant and dynamic place to work.

The post – one of 8 new STFC-funded postdoctoral positions awarded to CAR as a result of the STFC Astronomy Grants scheme (2023) – is available from 01 April 2024 and the successful candidate will ideally be in post as soon as possible, and no later than 01 October 2024.

Skill and experience required
You will have a track record of research in a relevant area of expertise in observational or theoretical astrophysics. You will also have a record of submitting/publishing scientific research in leading astronomical journals, presenting your work at scientific conferences, workshops or seminars.

You will ideally have some experience of working on hydrodynamical simulations of galaxies, spectroscopic surveys of stars, or the evolution of single and binary stars.

Qualifications required
Minimum of a first degree (or equivalent qualification), or higher qualification in a relevant discipline as well as a PhD (or equivalent qualification) or must have been approved for the award, or equivalent experience.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For more information or to discuss the post, please contact Professor Chiaki Kobayashi c.kobayashi@herts.ac.uk

Closing Date: 02 February 2024
Interview Date: Week commencing 19 February 2024 (TBC)
Reference Number: 056016
Date advert placed: 20 December 2023

Applications should be submitted online via the recruitment website and should be accompanied by PDF versions of a CV, a list of publications, and a personal statement/cover letter (maximum two sides of A4 paper) explaining your motivation for applying, summarizing your research interests and what you would bring to the position (in reference to the Person Specification). Finally, you must also include the contact details of two referees willing to write on your behalf.

The Astrophysics group is part of the Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics, and is a thriving research group of ~60 academic staff, research fellows and postgraduate students. The department takes pride in the diversity of its staff and holds both an IoP Juno Champion and an Athena-Swan Silver award. We encourage applications from all individuals meeting our essential criteria, irrespective of gender or membership of underrepresented groups. The UH vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. UH offers a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave and discounted Sports Village memberships, personal and professional development, a flexible location policy, and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

A standard package of benefits will be provided, including funding for travel and equipment expenses.

Apply online at https://www.jobs.herts.ac.uk/go/056016

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Post Title: Post-doctoral Research Fellow
SBU/Department: School of Physics Engineering and Computer Science / Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics / Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR)

FTE: 1.0 (37 hours per week)
Duration of Contract: Fixed term (36 months)
Salary: UH7 £37,099 to £44,263pa by annual increments on achieving designated skills and experience
Annual Leave: 35 days plus standard public holidays and an additional 4 days including the closure of our office between Christmas and New Year
Location: College Lane campus, University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield


Main duties and responsibilities
Applications are invited for a 36-month postdoctoral research fellow position working alongside Dr. William Alston on X-ray timing studies of accreting black holes. The post will be based at the Centre for Astrophysics Research (CAR), and the associated Centre of Data Innovation Research (CoDIR) group.

The Research Fellow will execute a research program focussing on the inner regions of accreting black holes across the mass range, with a focus on timing studies using X-ray reverberation and quasi-periodic oscillations. This includes analysing data with traditional signal processing methods, as well as developing machine learning based methods to use on the observed data. The program will involve the development and extension of current theoretical models to describe the X-ray reverberation and quasi-periodic oscillations signals and subsequently model these to the available data. Recent, large observing programmes awarded to the PI and their collaboration network on facilities such as XMM-Newton, NuSTAR, NICER and Swift will be utilised.

You will be expected to lead, prepare and submit articles for publication in refereed journals, utilizing both new and archival data, as well as to regularly compete for telescope time.

You will also be expected to contribute to a positive and productive working atmosphere within the Centre for Astrophysics Research, by contributing to the execution and organisation of various meetings, seminars, journals club, organised outreach activities, etc. that make CAR (and UH in general) a vibrant and dynamic place to work.

The post – one of 8 new STFC-funded postdoctoral positions awarded to CAR as a result of the STFC Astronomy Grants scheme (2023), two of which are focused on high-energy/X-ray astronomy – is available from 01 April 2024 and the successful candidate will ideally be in post as soon as possible, and no later than 01 October 2024.

Skill and experience required
You will have an track record of research in a relevant area of expertise, including observational astrophysics, quantitative research methods and analysis. You will also have a record of submitting/publishing scientific research in leading astronomical journals, experience with scientific computing, and a record of presenting your work (e.g. at scientific conferences, workshops, seminars etc.).

You will ideally have experience of working with X-ray data, and of working in the time domain. Prior experience of working on data analysis or modelling of X-ray reverberation and/or quasi-periodic oscillations would be particularly valuable.

Qualifications required
A minimum of a degree, or equivalent, and a PhD (or completed the requirements), or equivalent experience, in Astrophysics or a closely-related discipline.

Please view the job description and person specification for a full list of the duties and essential criteria. Please attach a personal statement showing clearly how your skills and experience match the Person Specification.

An appointment to this role may require an Academic Technology Approval Scheme (ATAS) certificate.

Contact Details/Informal Enquiries: For more information or to discuss the post, please contact Dr. William Alston (w.alston@herts.ac.uk)

Closing Date: 28 January 2024
Interview Date: w/c 19 February 2024 (TBC)
Reference Number: 055995
Date advert placed: 19 December 2023

Applications should be submitted online via the recruitment website and should be accompanied by PDF versions of a CV, a list of publications, and a personal statement/cover letter (maximum two sides of A4 paper) explaining your motivation for applying, summarizing your research interests/experience and what you would bring to the position (in reference to the Person Specification). Finally, you must also include the contact details of two referees willing to write on your behalf.

The Astrophysics group is part of the Department of Physics, Astronomy and Mathematics, and is a thriving research group of 60 academic staff, research fellows and postgraduate students. The department takes pride in the diversity of its staff, and holds both an IoP Juno Champion and an Athena-Swan Silver award. We encourage applications from all individuals meeting our essential criteria, irrespective of gender or membership of underrepresented groups. The UH vision is to transform lives and UH is committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and building a diverse community. UH offers a range of employee benefits including generous annual leave and discounted Sports Village memberships, personal and professional development, a flexible location policy, and family-friendly policies. #GoHerts

A standard package of benefits will be provided, including funding for travel and equipment expenses.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme