Research Scientist
1 month ago
Salary: £23,328 per annum
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months)
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory
We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a High-Energy Laser Scientist on an industrial placement.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a world-leading research and development environment, working on cutting-edge laser technology.
As a High-Energy Laser Scientist, you will be involved in a variety of activities, including:
- Leading your own assigned project, under the guidance of a Technical Manager, where you will have direct influence over the outcomes
- Taking an active role in experiments and supporting world-renowned scientists, learning new skills and experiences continuously
- Developing techniques to improve DiPOLE lasers for improved performance (higher energies and repetition rates) and exploring new applications, both on your own and as part of a team
- Learning how to operate lasers; and high-vacuum systems in a clean room environment
- Learning and developing computer modelling and system control skills, to support your own project as well as other ongoing research activities
- Running experiments, analysing data and reporting your findings to the team, and other placement students, via written reports and presentations
- Networking by attending local conferences and collaborating with other departments within CLF.
Essential:
- Currently enrolled on an undergraduate degree course and returning to university/studies to complete your undergraduate degree following the placement
- Are required or have requested to take an industrial placement year
- Have the right to live and work in the UK for the duration of the placement
- Able to commence employment in summer 2025
- Predicted grades corresponding to a 2:1 or higher
- Good problem solving skills
- Good time management skills
- Highly motivated and able to work independently
- Enthusiastic about lasers
- Effective communication skills
- Works well in a team
- Responsible approach to health and safety
Desirable:
- Experience working in laboratories
- Experience with lasers / optics
- Experience with coding for data analysis
- Experience with computational modelling of physical systems
- Experience using computer software to control systems
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter.
Online applications only preferred for this role.
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