Research Coordinator in Accelerator Science

Overview

A permanent, full-time position is available for a Research Coordinator in the Accelerator Science cluster within the Department of Physics at the University of Liverpool. The role is based at the Cockcroft Institute on the Daresbury Science and Innovation Campus, with research carried out at partner institutions globally, requiring some national and international travel. The appointee will contribute to the research portfolio of the pan-European QUASAR Group, focusing on the development and experimental exploitation of particle accelerators and light sources.

Who can apply

The position is suited for an outstanding accelerator expert with an internationally recognized researcher profile. Candidates must hold a PhD in a relevant discipline and possess an excellent track record in accelerator design and optimization, demonstrated through publications in high-impact journals. Experience in training and supervision of students serves as an asset, and the working language is English. The employer encourages applicants from minoritised genders, ethnic backgrounds, individuals living with a disability, and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.

What you get

The successful candidate receives a permanent full-time appointment with a salary range of £47,389 to £59,966 per annum at Grade 8. The role offers opportunities to contribute to teaching and supervision, and to make important contributions to major European projects such as the High Luminosity LHC, EuPRAXIA, EPITA, and TwinRISE.

Requirements

The appointee is expected to make major contributions to the cluster's research programme, develop the cutting-edge research portfolio, work with international partners, maximize project impact, co-supervise PhD and undergraduate students, contribute to research grant applications, and disseminate research results. Leadership is required in one or several areas including accelerator design and optimization, sustainable accelerator technologies including artificial intelligence, novel acceleration techniques, sensor and beam instrumentation development, and accelerator applications.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2026-11-09.