Nuclear Analysis Placement Opportunity

9 hours 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 Nuclear Physics. The successful candidate will work closely with our team of nuclear analysis experts to develop and test scientific software, tools, and nuclear data.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform nuclear analysis calculations and benchmarking
  • Develop and test tools and codes for nuclear analysis
  • Conduct experiments and analyze data
  • Produce written reports and presentations on work performed
Requirements
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree course and returning to university/studies to complete degree following placement
  • Required or have requested to take an industrial placement year
  • Have the right to live and work in the UK for duration of placement
  • Able to commence employment in summer
  • Currently studying physics or computing focused course
  • Experience with computer programming such as Python, C, or Fortran
  • Competent and confident using mathematics to solve problems
  • Knowledge of data analysis techniques
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Good organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Enthusiasm and willingness to learn
  • Basic research skills i.e. use of journals
  • Knowledge of STFC/ISIS
Desirable Skills
  • Knowledge of nuclear physics
  • Knowledge/awareness of Monte Carlo Methods
  • Knowledge/awareness of radiation and radiation safety
  • Awareness of high performance computing
  • Research experience as part of larger project
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 build an independent organization with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.

We support some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, developing and operating some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We push the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and deliver benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills, and business-led innovation.

For more information, please visit https://www.ukri.org/.



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