Optical Physicist - Complex R&D - Cambridge

Newton Colmore; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology innovator in Cambridge is seeking an Optical Physicist to join their dynamic team. The role involves designing and developing advanced optical systems, contributing to groundbreaking technologies in the defense sector. Ideal candidates should have a robust background in optics and strong problem-solving skills.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Package

Excellent Career Progression Opportunities

Training Provided

Qualifications

• Experience developing optics-based technologies in a commercial setting.
• First principles knowledge relevant to optical physics.
• Excellent mathematical skills for engineering applications.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering and physics expertise to design complex devices and hardware.
• Develop new ideas and inventions related to advanced optical technologies.
• Work on projects including imaging systems and ultrafast lasers.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mathematical Skills

Knowledge of Optics

Education

Strong Academic Background in Physics

Job description

Optical Physicist - Complex R&D - Cambridge

A leading technology innovator in the heart of Cambridge's tech hub is seeking an optical physicist to join their dynamic team of engineers and scientists.

We are looking for individuals who love solving complex engineering problems and have a passion for optics, due to the nature of the work and the company's culture.

As an Optical Physicist, you will apply your engineering and physics expertise to design highly complex devices and hardware, aiming to achieve breakthroughs in innovation. Your role involves developing new ideas and inventions related to advanced technologies, taking concepts from initial design through to manufacturing.

The devices you'll work on include propagation systems, imaging systems, fibre optics, high-power and ultrafast lasers, fluorescence imaging, and light interaction with real-world surfaces.

You will join a well-established team of engineers, scientists, and innovators, with new projects in the pipeline as the company invests heavily in research and development.

To be considered, you should have experience developing optics-based technologies in a commercial setting, with strong academic background, first principles knowledge, and excellent mathematical skills. Please note, this role is within the defence industry and is open only to British nationals due to security clearance requirements.

In return, the company offers a highly competitive package, excellent career progression opportunities, and training.

For more information, please contact Matthew Lowdon at Newton Colmore Consulting or apply directly, and our team will be in touch.

Newton Colmore Consulting specializes in recruiting within sectors such as medical devices, scientific engineering, scientific software, robotics, electronics design, new product development, human factors, regulatory affairs, quality assurance, and field service engineering across Europe and the US.

Keywords: Optics, physics, optical physicist, science, research, engineering, design, Cambridge