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Postdoctoral Research Associate in Worldline Quantum Field Theory and Gravitational Waves Queen Mary University of London in United Kingdom

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Postdoc

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Mathematics

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Fixed-term, full-time postdoctoral position for 12 months, with a likelihood of extension for an additional year (1+1). Salary is £39,187–£52,790 per annum. The position is funded by Dr Gustav Mogull’s Royal Society University Research Fellowship. Benefits include a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum pro rata, a season ticket loan scheme, and personal and professional development opportunities.

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Dec 18, 2026

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Queen Mary University of London

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Mathematics
Theoretical Physics
Astronomy
Quantum Field Theory
General Relativity
Effective Field Theory
Physics
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About this position

Queen Mary University of London is offering a postdoctoral research position in the Centre for Geometry, Analysis and Gravitation within the School of Mathematical Sciences. The project, “Gravitational Waves from Worldline Quantum Field Theory,” is funded by Dr Gustav Mogull’s Royal Society University Research Fellowship.

The successful researcher will contribute to the continuing development of Worldline Quantum Field Theory (WQFT) and its applications to bound binary systems and gravitational waveform modelling. The work sits at the intersection of theoretical physics, quantum field theory, effective field theory and general relativity, with a focus on the classical two-body problem and gravitational-wave physics.

Potential research directions include multi-loop Feynman integration, quantum scattering in the classical limit, gravitational self-force, scattering amplitudes, and mappings between bound and unbound gravitational dynamics. The postdoctoral researcher will work with Dr Gustav Mogull while also contributing to the wider research community at Queen Mary University of London.

The Centre for Geometry, Analysis and Gravitation forms part of a strong mathematical sciences environment encompassing research in geometry, analysis, gravitation, probability, statistics, data science, dynamical systems, statistical physics and complex systems. The role offers opportunities to develop collaborations with academics, postdoctoral researchers and PhD students, as well as to pursue independent research alongside the project.

Funding details

Fixed-term, full-time postdoctoral position for 12 months, with a likelihood of extension for an additional year (1+1). Salary is £39,187–£52,790 per annum. The position is funded by Dr Gustav Mogull’s Royal Society University Research Fellowship. Benefits include a generous pension scheme, 30 days’ leave per annum pro rata, a season ticket loan scheme, and personal and professional development opportunities.

What's required

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent in theoretical physics and have a strong research record with expertise in modern quantum field theory techniques and general relativity. Relevant experience may include multi-loop Feynman integration, quantum scattering in the classical limit, gravitational self-force, scattering amplitudes, and bound/unbound mappings for the gravitational two-body problem. Candidates should have strong analytical skills, be effective team players, and demonstrate creativity and the ability to work independently.

How to apply

Apply through the Queen Mary University of London jobs portal using the Postdoctoral Research Associate vacancy, Opportunity ID 11979. Submit the required application materials before 18 December 2026 at 23:55.

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Royal Society University Research Fellow, Proleptic Lecturer

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Astronomy

Theoretical Physics

Effective Field Theory

General Relativity

Mathematics