Research Associate in Algebra and Geometry

Loughborough University is seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the areas of Algebra and Geometry to conduct research under the direction of Dr Jason Semeraro on an EPSRC funded project "Exotic Representation Theory". The aim of the project is understand how recent state-of-the-art advances in homotopy theory (related to fixed points of classifying spaces) can be applied to study the local-global conjectures of modular representation theory. The project will last for up to 6 months and will be carried out jointly by the RA and Dr Jason Semeraro as the Supervisor / Principal Investigator (PI).

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Time off - generous holiday allowance, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, with the option to buy extra through our holiday purchase scheme.
Where you work - access to a range of fantastic facilities with plenty of green space across our 523-acre East Midlands campus, plus an exciting community at our London campus on the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park
Financial Wellbeing - competitive pay, two excellent pension schemes, and everyday savings opportunities.
Support for you and those close to you - through our range of life event leave policies as well as access to an on-site nursery at our East Midlands campus, flexible and hybrid working options.
Health and Wellbeing - discounted gym memberships and access to world-class sporting facilities, including physiotherapy, plus healthcare offers such as eyesight testing and wellbeing support.
Travel and sustainability - access to our electric vehicle and cycle-to-work schemes, as well as a variety of travel offers to support sustainable commuting.
about the full range of rewards and benefits at Loughborough University
£35,608 to £46,049 per annum. Specialist and Supporting Academic grade 6. Subject to annual pay award.