Heilbronn Postdoctoral Research Fellowships
Three-year postdoctoral fellowships in pure mathematics, data science, and quantum information at leading UK universities.
Best for:Best for early-career mathematicians and data scientists interested in combining independent research with high-impact, classified collaborative projects.
Overview
The Heilbronn Institute for Mathematical Research offers three-year postdoctoral fellowships for researchers to pursue independent projects alongside classified research initiatives. Fellows divide their time equally between their own academic research and collaborative, team-based projects that address real-world challenges. These positions are hosted at partner institutions including the University of Bristol, Imperial College London, King's College London, UCL, and the University of Manchester. Successful candidates will benefit from a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and a dedicated research expense fund.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent research in pure mathematics, data science, or quantum information.
- Contribute to classified research projects as part of a collaborative team.
- Participate in training and professional development activities tailored to career goals.
- Engage with colleagues across partner universities to foster a collaborative research environment.
- Maintain high standards of research integrity and teamwork.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Mathematics, Data Science, Statistics, Quantum Information, or Theoretical Physics.
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Strong research background in pure mathematics, data science, or quantum information.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, team-based environment.
- Willingness to undergo national security clearance procedures.
- Must be a UK resident and a UK or dual UK national.
- Applications are open only to UK residents who are UK or dual UK nationals.
- Must be willing to apply for national security clearance.
- Must be available in the UK for a pre-vetting phone call between 26th November 2026 and 8th December 2026.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-08 (GMT)
Applications must be submitted via the official portal. Candidates are required to provide a cover letter specifying preferred host institutions, a CV, and a one-page statement of proposed research objectives. Additionally, three letters of reference must be uploaded to the mathjobs.org website by the deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Research statement
- 3 reference letters
Contact
Heilbronn Manager· Recruitment Manager
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