Research Scientist

3 days ago

Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom University of Glasgow Full time
Job Purpose

The University of Glasgow is seeking a highly skilled Research Assistant to contribute to the Institute for Gravitational Research's (IGR) STFC-funded research theme in Interferometry. The successful candidate will work on the commissioning of a cryogenic suspended interferometer prototype and laser stabilization systems, addressing critical research and development challenges for cryogenic upgrades to ground-based gravitational wave detectors.

Main Duties and Responsibilities
  1. Plan and conduct assigned research individually or jointly in accordance with the project deliverables and project/group/School/College research strategy.
  2. Contribute to and extend the IGR's existing programme of research into the demonstration and development of laser stabilization and cryogenic suspensions systems for use in future gravitational wave detectors.
  3. Contribute to the acquisition, commissioning, maintenance, and integration of experimental apparatus and experimental systems in the prototype interferometer facility and be the lead researcher on certain experiments.
  4. Document research output, including analysis and interpretation of all data, maintaining records and databases, updating usage documentation on experiments and equipment, drafting technical/progress reports, and papers as appropriate.
  5. Develop and enhance your research profile and reputation and that of The University of Glasgow/School/Research Group, including establishing and sustaining a record of accomplishment of independent and joint publications of international quality in high-profile refereed journals.
  6. Develop new and maintain existing collaborations with colleagues across the research group/School/College/University and wider community.
  7. Presentation of work at international and national conferences, at internal and external seminars, colloquia, and workshops to develop and enhance our research profile internationally.
  8. Perform administrative tasks related to the activities of the research group and School, including budgets/expenditure.
  9. Make a modest contribution to Teaching activities (e.g., demonstrating) and associated admin as assigned by the Head of School and in consultation with Principal Investigator.
  10. Keep up to date with current knowledge and recent advances in the field/discipline, understand the research challenges associated with the project & subject area.
  11. Engage in personal, professional, and career development to enhance both specialist and transferable skills in accordance with desired career trajectory.
  12. Undertake any other duties of equivalent standing as assigned by the Head of School and/or PI (Principal Investigators).
Requirements
  • A1 Scottish Credit and Qualification Framework SCQF Level 10 [Honours degree] in a relevant subject or a cognate discipline, or equivalent.
  • A2 Specialist theoretical and practical knowledge of laser stabilization or suspension design and characterization techniques relevant to gravitational wave detector development.
  • A3 A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of the wider subject area or subject specialism of laser stabilization, suspension dynamics, and cryogenic materials.
  • A4 Knowledge of specialist IT software (e.g., Matlab, Python, Ansys/COMSOL).
Working at the University of Glasgow

As a valued member of our team, you can expect a warm welcoming and engaging organisational culture, where your talents are developed and nurtured, and success is celebrated and shared. A flexible approach to working is also available.

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