Research Associate in Theoretical Cosmology

The School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences at the University of Sheffield invites applications for a fixed-term Research Associate position in Theoretical Cosmology, funded by the Royal Society through Dr Eleonora Di Valentino’s Dorothy Hodgkin Fellowship renewal for the project 'H0 Tension Test' (H0TTEST). The role is for 12 months and focuses on investigating tensions in cosmological observations, particularly the Hubble constant tension, to determine whether they arise from systematic effects or indicate new physics beyond the standard ΛCDM model. The successful candidate will contribute to theoretical modelling, cosmological data analysis, and numerical simulations, exploring extensions involving dark energy, dark matter, neutrino physics, inflation, and modified gravity. The position offers opportunities to develop independent research directions aligned with the project’s aims, collaborate within a vibrant research group, and participate in conferences, collaboration...