Khodorkovsky Postdocs

1 OCT 2024

The London Institute is hiring Russian postdocs in physics and mathematics to join us, starting between 1 October 2024 and 1 October 2025.

Background

For the last two years, the London Institute has run the world’s largest programme to recruit Russian and Ukrainian physicists and mathematicians. Our Arnold and Landau Fellowships, which are for established theorists, have been written about in Nature, The Times and Troitsky Variant, and the programme continues. Now, with the support of the Khodorkovsky Foundation, we have created a similar opportunity for more junior researchers: our new programme of Khodorkovsky Postdocs.

Job

Unlike universities, we are not tied to the seasonal structure of the academic year, so we operate our programme on a rolling basis. Candidates can apply at any time and start at their earliest convenience, so long as it is before 1 October 2025. Every two months we will review the pool of applicants to date and make decisions. The Postdocs last for two years and will be supervised by one or more of the Fellows of the London Institute. Postdocs are expected to work in our rooms in the Royal Institution—we do not work from home. Salaries begin at £45,000, depending on experience.

Candidate

Candidates should have the potential to become outstanding theorists. They will have completed their PhD in theoretical physics or mathematics in the last few years, or be in the final year of it. They should have lived in Russia, but need not reside there when applying. ❧ By contrast with many academic jobs, we do not judge candidates on intellect alone. We also value the potential for leadership and willingness to act as ambassadors of the London Institute. In particular, we are looking for candidates who are sociable, curious about others, strong in their purpose, and aligned with our values.

Activities

Conduct theoretical research in physics, mathematics, or the mathematical foundations of AI and life, and publish it in leading journals. ❧ Work with our science writers to publicise our discoveries in the press and on our website. ❧ Work with our staff to help organise events, raise funds, recruit members and boost the Institute’s profile. ❧ Take an interest in the research and goals of other members and help to make the Institute more than the sum of its parts. ❧ Socialise with our scientists, staff and visitors at our weekly drinks and regular events.

London Institute

The London Institute for Mathematical Sciences is a new kind of research organisation that is dedicated to speeding up discovery. Our focus on peak performance and full-time research, and the level of support we offer our scientists, empower them to make the biggest breakthroughs. ❧ The Institute is based inside the Royal Institution in Mayfair, which lays claim to 15 Nobel prizes and the discovery of 10 chemical elements and the principles of electromagnetism. ❧ You can learn more about the London Institute at our About, Values and Opinions pages.

Applying

To apply, send a CV and a cover letter, and send (or have sent) two or three letters of recommendation, to Justine Crean, jc@lims.ac.uk, with the subject heading “Khodorkovsky Postdoc”. Strong applicants will be invited for an interview.

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