Physicist (Experienced)

Physics World; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Physicist based in Cambridge. You will innovate cutting-edge solutions for the UK's Defence and Homeland Security, collaborating with skilled teams in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant postgraduate degree and demonstrate practical physics applications. Exceptional benefits include a 10% pension contribution, private medical insurance, and an inclusive culture that fosters professional growth.

Benefits

Employer pension contribution of 10%

Lunch provided

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Electric Vehicle leasing

Access to on-site gym and social clubs

Qualifications

• Track record of academic excellence in physics.
• Proven technical capabilities as a Physicist.
• Experience in experimental or computational physics is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design investigations to test and develop ideas.
• Lead expert teams delivering technology.
• Develop prototypes using rapid design approaches.

Skills

Application of fundamental physics

Research skills

Curiosity

Education

Relevant postgraduate degree

Job description

Job Title: Physicist (Experienced)

Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Breakthrough technology is vital for strengthening the UK’s Defence and Homeland Security. As a Physicist at Awerian, you will be at the forefront of this innovation race to defend and protect the UK from the latest technological and cyber threats.

You will use your deep scientific insight and research skills to shine light on the hardest problems, exploring the art of the possible and inventing new solutions. You will design investigations to test and develop your ideas and see them become a reality through the creation of prototypes using Awerian’s rapid approach to design and implementation. This will involve all aspects of technology and product development – from invention, analysis, and computational modelling through to prototype design and the transfer to manufacturing.

You will see the concepts you enable have direct impact on the safety of the UK and its citizens. You will work with and lead expert teams of engineers and scientists delivering cutting edge technology to our clients. It’s a fantastically challenging, varied and agile role.

If you have an insatiable curiosity and demonstrable skills in applying fundamental physics to real-world scenarios, you will thrive here.

Awerian’s Physicists come from a wide range of backgrounds, and no two Awerian Consultants or projects are ever the same. Previous projects have covered areas such as:

• quantum technologies, including sensing, position navigation & timing, computing and communications;
• semiconductor physics, including junction behaviour, logic, thermal effects and sensing;
• electromagnetics, including propagation, penetration, interference, plasmas and interaction with electronics;
• sonar and acoustics, including ultrasound and acoustic communications;
• thermal systems, including aviation and maritime, and materials processes;
• fluid analysis, including particle dispersion, fluid flow and microfluidics;
• algorithm design, including Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning, autonomous systems, signal processing and classification, and edge processing;
• optics, including propagation, imaging systems, fibre optics, high power and ultrafast lasers, fluorescence imaging and evanescent coupling.

If you have an interest or experience in any area of experimental or computational physics, or have relevant applied mathematics experience, we would like to hear from you.

Requirements:

You will have a track record of academic excellence, hold a relevant postgraduate degree or equivalent professional experience, and have proven technical capabilities as a Physicist.

We are keen to hear from Physicists with experience in any sector.

Why Awerian?

Awerian are a defence and security technology consultancy comprised of ~40 scientists and engineers. You will work at our smart and well-equipped offices and laboratories based just outside of Cambridge. Immediately you will be encouraged to share and implement your ideas - there’s no ‘newbie’ status, and you’ll benefit from our culture of freedom.

TTP Group is an employee-owned trust. With little hierarchy, there are no corporate hoops to jump through. This, along with our flat structure, encourages mutual support, teamwork, and innovation. It also creates unique opportunities to develop skills in project leadership and client management to keep your professional development on track.

Awerian are continuing their rapid growth plan, making this a great time to join our multi-disciplinary team. You will be part of building on our successful track record and develop your career at the cutting edge of technology. You will be supported by our team of experts. We’re a business of individuals – however, our curiosity brings us together and it drives what we do. Whether you’re leading a project or part of a team, the whole structure of Awerian is designed to help you connect, thrive, and feel included.

Our Benefits:

We are part of TTP Group, an employee-owned trust, with attractive employee benefits including:

• Employer pension contribution of 10% of salary +3% personal contribution;
• Lunch provided for all employees;
• Private medical insurance for you and your family and Life insurance;
• 25 days annual holiday plus bank holidays;
• Enhanced family friendly leave;
• Electric Vehicle leasing & Cycle to Work scheme;
• Access to TTP Group social and sport clubs and an on-site gym;
• Discounts and memberships to local sports facilities and the theatre.

So, if you’re ready to create the extraordinary at the forefront of UK homeland security; apply today.

Please note:

• You will need to be eligible for UK security clearance;
• This role is not eligible for UKVI sponsorship visa scheme.

We review CVs on an ongoing basis and will arrange interviews promptly upon receiving suitable applications.

Our business revolves around collaborating with one another to tackle genuinely hard problems. Equality and diversity in the workplace are some of the most challenging problems facing society. We continuously strive to do better, and we fundamentally believe in the power and importance of diversity – both for our community and for the overall success of our business.

We therefore encourage applications from all individuals. Whatever your background, whatever your identity: we would love to hear from you.