Graduate Laser Scientist

2 days ago

East Hagbourne, United Kingdom Industry Placements Full time
Vacancy for a Graduate Laser Scientist

We are seeking a talented and dedicated physics graduate with a keen interest in laser technology to contribute to our groundbreaking project.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in the development and optimization of the high-intensity beamline, working on design evaluation, simulation, and construction of optical hardware, as well as software development for a unique laser system.

About the Role

This position involves constructing optical hardware, optical design work, and/or software development.

  • Commissioning of state-of-the-art high power laser systems for research, including optomechanical installation, data acquisition, and optimization.
  • Diagnostics design and development for existing and future laser systems.
  • Technical and scientific writing required to document progress and produce reports.
  • Work with technical equipment such as commercial lasers, oscilloscopes, optical fibers, spectrometers, cameras.
Key Requirements
  • Currently enrolled on an undergraduate degree course and returning to university/studies to complete your undergraduate degree following the placement.
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement.
  • Able to commence employment in summer 2025.
  • Minimum of two years of degree course in physics, or a closely related subject, with grades corresponding to a 2:1 or higher.
  • A-level Maths or equivalent.
  • A-level Physics or equivalent.
Desirable Skills
  • Knowledge of basic optics.
  • Experimental physics laboratory course.
  • Knowledge of one programming language (e.g. Visual Basic, C++, MATLAB).
  • Knowledge of laser/optical theory.
  • Further Maths.
  • Physics knowledge.

Please click on the apply button to find out more and submit your application.

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