Materials Science Industrial Placement Opportunity

2 weeks ago


Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom UK Research and Innovation Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled individual to join our team as a Research Assistant in Micro Target Materials Science. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects, developing novel materials and techniques for microtarget fabrication.

Key Responsibilities
  • Investigate the effects of changing and modifying target materials, such as adding deuteration or introducing halogen heteroatoms.
  • Produce low-dimensional materials via thin film production techniques.
  • Characterize the elemental makeup of produced materials using advanced techniques such as X-RAY CT and SEM.
  • Contribute to the production of real-world targets used in high-power laser experiments.
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled on an undergraduate degree course in Materials Science or Chemistry.
  • Good knowledge of the basics of materials science, A-level Chemistry or Physics, and experience working in a laboratory environment.
  • Ability to work individually on a project, plan effectively, and write reports.
  • Familiarity with Windows operating system and basic knowledge of processes relating to the manufacture of components at the micro-scale.
About UK Research and Innovation

UK Research and Innovation is an organization that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England, and Innovate UK. We are committed to delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills, and business-led innovation.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. We also offer a range of benefits, including a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, and access to employee shopping/travel discounts.



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