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About University of Southampton

The University of Southampton is a leading research-intensive university in the UK, known for its world-class research and education in fields such as engineering, physics, and artificial intelligence. The university is home to several cutting-edge research centers and collaborates with top institutions and industry partners on innovative projects.

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University of Southampton · 501–1000 people · University

Research Fellow in Transient Astrophysics

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  • Southampton
  • On-site
  • £36,636 – £44,746 pa
  • Entry level
  • Contract

Lead a research area within the five-year STFC TRANSCEND collaboration, using Vera Rubin/LSST transient data and the 4MOST TiDES survey to study supernovae, host galaxies, black hole growth and Dark Energy. The role involves scientific programming in Python, collaboration visits across QUB, Lancaster, Oxford and Southampton, and contributing to TiDES infrastructure work.

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Why work here

  • ✓ World-class research environment with state-of-the-art facilities
  • ✓ Interdisciplinary collaboration with leading institutions and industry partners
  • ✓ Opportunities for professional development and career growth
  • ✓ Strong commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

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Most of University of Southampton's open roles on UK Space Jobs are based in Southampton.

What sets University of Southampton apart

Why they stand out

  • Cutting-edge research in areas like magnetic reconnection, transient astrophysics, and responsible AI
  • Interdisciplinary projects combining AI, physics, and engineering
  • Collaboration with industry partners on practical applications of research

Social proof

  • Ranked among the world’s top 100 universities
  • Athena SWAN Silver Award for commitment to gender equality
  • Part of major national research programs like RAi UK and SONNETS

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What does University of Southampton do?

The University of Southampton is a leading research-intensive university in the UK, known for its world-class research and education in fields such as engineering, physics, and artificial intelligence. The university is home to several cutting-edge research centers and collaborates with top institutions and industry partners on innovative projects. University of Southampton is active in Higher Education, Research, and Engineering.

What kind of organisation is University of Southampton?

University of Southampton is an university entity working in Higher Education, listed on UK Space Jobs alongside private and venture-backed employers.

When was University of Southampton founded?

University of Southampton was founded in 1862 — that makes them 164 years old.

How big is University of Southampton?

University of Southampton sits in the 501-1000 employee band according to their public profile. Use this as a rough size signal — actual headcount can shift between disclosures.

How many jobs does University of Southampton have open on UK Space Jobs?

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What role types does University of Southampton hire for?

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