Higher Scientist

About the Role

NPL is seeking a Higher Scientist with experience in Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) based in Teddington to plan and deliver a number of technical activities to take our research to the next level. This full-time research focussed job comes with a generous salary and benefits package.

As a Higher Scientist, you'll be expected to acquire new knowledge to find solutions to advance our research and contribute to climate change mitigation. At NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better for ourselves and our customers.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

Leading the daily operation of a Thermo Fisher 253+ IRMS with Dual-Inlet, Multiport, and GasBench peripherals Performing routine measurements of stable isotope ratios of pure CO2 and CO2 in air samples Performing routine and advanced instrument maintenance and troubleshooting Develop new analytical methods and refine existing protocols to address research questions Preparation of a new generation of gravimetric gas reference materials focussing on CO2 stable isotopes in synthetic air Developing partnerships to strengthen our capability Acting as an ambassador for our work externally and being willing to promote what we do About You

Required Qualifications:

BSc /MSc in Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geology or similar Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience with experience on mass spectrometry Experience in the preparation and analyses of gases in general and/or experience with isotopic analyses of organic matter, water, carbonates, or similar Good communication skills and the ability to work individually and with a team

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geology or similar Experience with Thermo Fisher Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers, such as Ultra, 252/3, or Delta instruments including peripherals Experience in the operation of gas handling and high vacuum systems Experience in training and supervision of stable isotope laboratory users Experience with the preparation of gravimetric gas standards Experience with leading, planning, and delivering complex research projects from conception to fruition

In return for your knowledge and expertise, you'll receive a favourable salary and benefits package. If this full-time Higher Scientist job in Teddington sounds like the right fit for you, please apply today.

At NPL, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases, and the development of cutting-edge communications technology. Our role is to research, create and deliver the measurement infrastructure which underpins the UK's prosperity and quality of life across many fields of industry.

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