Applications are welcomed for postdoctoral positions funded by the theory group and for fellowships funded externally but held at the theory group. Find out more below.

The research interests of the group include cosmology, quantum field theory, string theory, quantum gravity, supersymmetry and quantum foundations. Find out more about our work via our research and people webpages.

The Physics Department is committed to being a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone and has put in place a number of measures to promote a collaborative and stimulating culture. Individuals who identify as female and those who consider themselves as underrepresented are particularly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, to eliminating discrimination and to creating an inclusive working environment for all. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender reassignment, sex or sexual orientation. Further information about how the College strives to create and support an equitable workplace can be found here.

Postdoctoral and fellowship opportunities

Reasons to work with us

As a Group, we are committed to supporting postdoctoral researchers and fellows in advancing their careers through mentoring, training and help in applying for grants and research positions. In addition, at a Departmental and College-wide level there is support though

  • Health and Wellbeing: Information about how the College promotes mental and physical health and wellbeing

Our working philosophy

We aim to make the Group and Department a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone. As well as helping you realise your potential and advance your career, we recognise and value the need to maintain a healthy work/life balance.