Postdoctoral Research Associate

Grade UE07: £41,064 - £48,822 per annum
CSE /School of Mathematics
Full-time: 35 hours per week
Fixed-term: 24 months fixed term contract with the option to extend for a further 12 months
The Opportunity:
We are looking for a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join Dr Ofer Busani’s research group in the School of Mathematics at the University of Edinburgh.
The position is funded by Dr Busani’s ERC Starting Grant “UnivKPZ” and offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge projects in random growth models, the KPZ universality class, and probability theory. The successful candidate will work closely with Dr Busani and collaborators within the Maxwell Institute for Mathematical Sciences, a joint research centre between the University of Edinburgh and Heriot-Watt University.
Light teaching opportunities (e.g. undergraduate tutorials, project supervision) are available for candidates who wish to broaden their career development.
Your skills and attributes for success

• PhD in Mathematics (or near completion)
• Strong background in probability theory
• Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research
• Ability to disseminate research outcomes through publications and presentations
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Strong organisational skills (e.g. contributing to seminars, workshops)
• Research experience in the KPZ universality class, first/last passage percolation, directed polymers, or integrable probability (desirable)

The position is due to start on 1st September 2027.
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How to apply
Please include the following documents in your application:

• CV
• Research statement
• Contact details of three academic referees.

References will be sought for shortlisted candidates.
As a valued member of our team, you can expect:
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A competitive salary.
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An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
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To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community.
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Comprehensive Staff Benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, a wide range of staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits pageand use our reward calculator to discover the value of your pay and benefits.
Championing equality, diversity, and inclusion
The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our
We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and particularly encourage applications from women or other under-represented groups in applied mathematics.
Prior to any employment commencing with the University, you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our
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The University may be able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. This will depend on a number of factors specific to the successful applicant.
Key dates to note
The closing date for applications is 6 November 2026.
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Interviews date for shortlisted candidates to be confirmed.