Job Description

Applications are sought for two committed Post-doctoral Research Fellows to work with Prof. Andrea Di Falco conducting research for an ERC - Proof of Concept project entitled

Augmented PhOtovoltaic ceLLs-based Optical Neural networks for environmental monitoring (APOLLON)

. The primary duties will be to develop an experimental implementation of optical neural networks based on commercial and custom photovoltaic panels, for environmental monitoring.



The successful applicant will have (or be near to completion of) a PhD in Physics, Computer Science or equivalent degrees and have demonstrated expertise in machine learning and/or experimental implementations of optical neural networks.



The post is available for 12 months starting Feb 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.



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 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: 16 January 2026

Interview Date: 28 - 30 January 2026

Please quote ref: AR3223LS

Physics and Astronomy



Salary: 38,784 - 46,049 per annum



Start Date: 1 February 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter



Fixed Term for 12 Months

School/Unit:

School of Physics and Astronomy

Posted:

12/12/2025

Closing date:

16/01/2026

Closing time:

23:59