Research and Development Specialist

3 days ago


Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom Smiths Detection Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled Research and Development Specialist to join our Technology project team on a permanent basis at Smiths Detection. This is an exciting opportunity for a scientist to play an integral part in providing scientific expertise and support, covering items such as technology and product development and support for current/future chemical explosives and narcotics detection products.

Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Provide scientific input to the design, build and testing of experimental equipment
  • Plan and conduct original research for the purposes of design and performance enhancement
  • Critically appraise experimental data and theory and provide guidance based on interpretation of data
  • Identify gaps and propose additional work
  • Contribute to project planning and review activities
  • Support scientific aspects of products throughout their lifecycle
  • Manage own time and work with a high degree of autonomy. May lead work of a technician
  • Provide support to off-site trials and tests
  • Work in accordance with local company policies and procedures
  • Provide hands-on support and up-to-date technical advice to Technical Authorities, Programme and Product Managers, at proposal, design specification, development, testing and production stages and assist in bid preparation

This role is suitable for someone who is passionate about what they do, with an inquisitive, practical and hands-on approach.

About Us:

Smiths Detection is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports and borders, urban security and defence.

We deliver solutions needed to protect society from the threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals and narcotics.

Every minute of every day our technology and our people make the world a safer place.



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