Graduate LAB Scientist

1 month ago


Aldermaston Berkshire, United Kingdom Atomic Weapons Establishment (AWE) Full time €38,000 - €60,000

Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking .

We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. AWE is currently recruiting for an Experimental Physicist for the Radiation Science Group. This role is ideally suited to a physicist who enjoys hands-on physics experiments and has an interest in the design of experiments and analysis of results.

Working within the Radiation Science Group the successful candidate will be required to undertake frequent visits to overseas facilities to perform radiation effects experiments on pulsed power platforms and nuclear research reactors.

In addition to supporting the design and fielding of experiments you will also support development and fielding of diagnostic techniques. You will work with a variety of teams to design bespoke experiments to support both our core product and our modelling programme to ensure the right data is gathered to progress the maturity of the models we use.

You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. A strong degree in Physics or a related subject with a focus on applied science. Postgraduate degrees such as MPhys, MSc, MEng, and PhD would also be welcome
A willingness to travel overseas is essential to participate in experimental campaigns
Experience with experiments at large test facilities
Working in a safe manner in laboratory environment
Familiar with designing and fielding novel diagnostics
Conversant in programming language such as Python or C++
Exposure to Linux/HPC computer environments

9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
~ Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions).
~ Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay.
~ Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body.
~ Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
~ Life Assurance (4 x annual salary).
~ Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending.
~ Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring.


The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'.

You will need to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process .


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