Job Description

Applications are invited for a Principal Heilbronn Fellow in Mathematics. This is a permanent academic position, subject to satisfactory completion of probation requirements. The appointment will be made at Grade 7 or 8 depending on the successful applicant's level of experience.


During an initial three-year fellowship period, the holder will spend 50% of their time contributing to the classified research programme of the Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research ("internal research"), taking on a strategic leadership and facilitation role as well as making a substantial direct contribution to the research. The other 50% of the holder's time will be spent in an academic role in the Department of Mathematics, with duties including their own independent academic research ("external research") and contributing to the leadership of the Heilbronn project at the University. Teaching is not a major aspect of the role during the initial period, but opportunities will be available to gain teaching experience to meet probation and potential future promotion requirements. There may be opportunities to supervise PhD students if desired.


After the initial three-year fellowship period, depending on project requirements and funding availability there may be a continuation in a similar fellowship role, or otherwise the holder will transition to a standard academic teaching and research position at a comparable grade within the Department of Mathematics.


During the initial period the holder will have access to up to 2,500 per annum for research expenses, provided directly by the Heilbronn Institute, and will be able to bid for further funds from the Institute and from external sources.


The holder will be required to work in the Department of Mathematics and at the Heilbronn Institute's office in Manchester. Travel to other locations may occasionally be required.

Interviews are expected to take place in person in Manchester on Thursday 22 January 2026

What you will get in return:

Fantastic market leading Pension scheme Excellent employee health and wellbeing services including an Employee Assistance Programme Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays Additional paid closure over the Christmas period Local and national discounts at a range of major retailers

As an equal opportunities employer we support an inclusive working environment and welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.


Our University is positive about flexible working you can find out more here


Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies.


Any CV's submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: Andrew Hazel


Email: andrew.hazel@manchester.ac.uk

General enquiries:

Email: People.recruitment@manchester.ac.uk

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This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.