Job Description

The Solar and Magnetospheric Theory Group has a vacancy for a Post-doctoral Research Fellow working in the field of solar physics, in particular in the areas of forward modelling of MUSE observables of coronal heating and MHD waves



In recent years, the Group has received funding by STFC (Consolidated Grant, Doctoral Training Partnership, ScotDIST Centre for Doctoral Training), the European Research Council and other bodies, e.g the Leverhulme Trust. It has a lively atmosphere and many international visitors. Its research fellows have enjoyed considerable success over many years in gaining tenured university positions.



Informal enquiries can be made to Prof Ineke De Moortel (email: ineke.demoortel@st-andrews.ac.uk)



St Andrews offers more than just a place to work--it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.



In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Post-Doctoral Research Fellow includes:


Financial contribution to relocation Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5% A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.

Closing Date: 5 January 2026

Please quote ref: AR2105LS

Mathematics and Statistics



Salary: 38,784 - 46,049 per annum



Start Date: As soon as possible



Fixed Term: 3 Months

School/Unit:

School of Mathematics and Statistics

Posted:

16/12/2025

Closing date:

05/01/2026

Closing time:

23:59