2 Research Fellows in Experimental Physics 703 views

The School of Mathematical & Physical Sciences, Department of Physics and Astronomy at University of Sussex are inviting applications for two Research fellows in Experimental Physics.

Start date: 01 October 2019

Responsibilities

• Develop research objectives and proposals for own or joint research, at acceptable levels, with assistance if required.
• Conduct research projects individually and in collaboration with others.
• Analyse and interpret research findings and draw conclusions on the outcomes.
• Produce high-quality research outputs for publication in monographs or recognized high-quality journals, or performance/exhibition, as appropriate, and contribute to the School’s REF submission at acceptable levels of volume and academic excellence.
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals and applications to external bodies, for example for funding purposes.
• Individually or with colleagues, explore opportunities for enterprise activity, knowledge exchange income and/or consultancy, where permissible.
• Build internal contacts and participate in internal networks and relevant external networks in order to form relationships and collaborations.
• Continually update knowledge and understanding in field or specialism, and engage in continuous professional development.

Requirements:

• PhD or equivalent in experimental physics
• Demonstrated experience in cold atoms experimental physics, ideally in the areas of degenerate quantum gases
• Evidence of engagement in high-quality research activity
• Excellent presentation skills, with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with students, colleagues and external audiences.
• Ability to work individually on own initiative and without close supervision, and as part of a team.
• Ability to exercise a degree of innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Excellent IT skills

Applications:

• Download the academic post application form and personal details and equal opportunities form and fill in all sections.
• Email the completed application, and personal details and equal opportunities form, to mpsrecruitment@sussex.ac.uk
• Candidate should attach application form and all documents to the email and use the format job reference number / job title / your name in the subject line.