Research Fellow in Gravitational Wave Astronomy

The University of Southampton is inviting applications for a postdoctoral position in gravitational-wave astronomy. The successful candidate will join Greg Ashton’s STFC-funded programme, Advancing Gravitational-Wave Astronomy Using Artificial Intelligence, to work on computational Bayesian inference methods and their astrophysical applications.

Southampton’s School of Mathematical Sciences is home to a large research group in gravitational physics, comprising 9 staff members, over 15 postdoctoral researchers, and approximately 15 PhD students. Research in the group includes black‑hole and neutron‑star physics, gravitational‑wave source modelling and data analysis, gravitational self‑force modelling and numerical relativity. The group is involved in the LIGO Scientific Collaboration, the LISA Consortium, the Einstein Telescope collaboration and the Cosmic Explorer consortium.

Candidates should demonstrate a track record of research in gravitational‑wave astronomy. The applicant will have, or be about to obtain, a relevant PhD degree in physics or mathematics.

This is a full‑time post, available from the 5th of January 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter. The post is funded for two years with the possibility of a 1‑year extension.

A complete application should include:

• CV, including a list of publications
• Statement of research interests (1 to 2 pages)
• Contact information of at least two referees

Informal enquiries may be made to Greg Ashton