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Graduate Laser Scientist

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Vacancy for a Graduate Laser Scientist

We are seeking a talented and dedicated physics graduate to join our team at the Central Laser Facility (CLF), one of the world's leading laser centres. 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. Key responsibilities include:

  • 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 to document progress and produce reports
  • Work with technical equipment such as commercial lasers, oscilloscopes, optical fibres, spectrometers, and cameras
Requirements

To be considered for this role, you must:

  • Be 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

Desirable skills include:

  • 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

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