Infrared Detection Scientist: Experimental Physicist

Redtech Recruitment Ltd.; New Alresford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RedTech Recruitment Ltd. in the Greater Cambridge area is seeking an Experimental Physicist to join a cutting-edge technology company.

You will design, develop and optimise infrared detection platforms across the full experimental pipeline in a collaborative R&D environment. Eligible candidates include graduates with a 2.1 in Physics or Applied Physics, strong hands-on experience with infrared sensors and signal processing, and the ability to obtain UK security clearance.

Qualifications

• 2.1 degree or above in Physics, Applied Physics or closely related subject.
• AAA at A Level; PhD beneficial but not essential depending on experience.
• Hands-on experience with infrared sensors, detectors or imaging systems.
• Strong experimental laboratory skills to build, test and troubleshoot optical/electronic systems.
• Experience with signal processing and data analysis in sensing environments.
• Excellent problem solving and attention to detail.
• Strong communication to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and operate experimental infrared detection systems.
• Work across the full pipeline from sensor selection to data analysis.
• Build and refine experimental platforms for object detection using infrared radiation.
• Troubleshoot and optimise optical and electronic lab systems.
• Collaborate with physicists, engineers and researchers across disciplines.
• Contribute to new detection techniques and methodologies.
• Analyse data and communicate findings clearly to the team.
• Help shape future R&D directions.

Skills

Infrared sensors

Signal processing

Data analysis

Experimental lab skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

2.1 degree in Physics or related

AAA at A Level

PhD beneficial

Tools

Infrared sensors

Imaging systems

Optical systems

Job description

RedTech Recruitment Ltd. in the Greater Cambridge area is seeking an Experimental Physicist to join a cutting-edge technology company.

You will design, develop and optimise infrared detection platforms across the full experimental pipeline in a collaborative R&D environment. Eligible candidates include graduates with a 2.1 in Physics or Applied Physics, strong hands-on experience with infrared sensors and signal processing, and the ability to obtain UK security clearance.