AMO Physicist

Reedmace Talent; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking an AMO Physicist in Birmingham to work on advanced products and drive innovation. The role includes building and optimizing systems, conducting experiments, and collaborating with teams. Candidates should have a PhD in Atomic Physics and experience in relevant technologies.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Pension scheme

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong experience with cold atoms, lasers, and vacuum systems.
• Proficient in CADCAM and Python.
• Skilled in simulations and diagnostic tools.

Responsibilities

• Build and optimize advanced systems and subsystems.
• Solve technical problems through research and experimentation.
• Work with cold atoms and lasers, vacuum systems, and optics.

Skills

Cold atoms

Lasers

Vacuum systems

RF circuits

Optics

Mechanical design

Python

Education

PhD in Atomic Physics or Quantum Physics

Tools

CADCAM

Autodesk

Job description

AMO Physicist

Location:Onsite, Birmingham

Remuneration:Competitive / Negotiable - as a guideline £45k - £65k

Benefits: 25 days holiday, pension and benefits

About the Role:We are seeking an AMO Physicist to join our high performing team, working on ground-breaking technology. This role involves building and testing advanced products, designing and optimizing systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a variety of projects, from designing mechanical elements to conducting data simulation and analysis.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and optimize advanced systems and subsystems.
• Solve technical problems through research and experimentation.
• Work with cold atoms and lasers, vacuum systems, RF circuits, optics, and custom magnetic environments.
• Use CADCAM for mechanical design.

Ideal Candidate:

• PhD in Atomic Physics or Quantum Physics (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with cold atoms, lasers, vacuum systems, and RF circuits.
• Proficiency in optics, mechanical design using CADCAM (Autodesk), and creating custom magnetic environments.
• Experience in simulations, calculations, and diagnostic tools like high-frequency spectrum analyzers and mixed-domain oscilloscopes.
• Familiarity with software tools such as Jira, CADCAM, Autodesk,
• Able to use Python
• Independent, self-driven, flexible, and adaptable.
• Trustworthy and evidence-driven, with the ability to engage in constructive debates and reach mutual conclusions.
• Willingness to perform hands-on tasks and support junior team members.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a team working on ground-breaking technology for a fast growing business
• Work on diverse and challenging projects with a clear path for future growth.
• Collaborate with experts in the field and contribute to ground-breaking research and development.

Application Process:If you are passionate about atomic, molecular, and optical physics and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your CV, providing your full contact details, (including location & telephone number) highlighting any relevant projects and experience.