Principal Scientific Consultant

Physics World; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in nuclear sector is looking for a Principal Consultant in Greater Manchester. This role involves delivering high-quality projects in nuclear decommissioning and radioactive waste management. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or MSc in relevant fields and strong project management experience. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in radioactive waste management and decommissioning of nuclear facilities.
• Ability to deliver high-quality technical work within tight deadlines.
• Project and contract management experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, technical projects and report findings to stakeholders.
• Provide technical support to other project managers.
• Engage in business development and project management.

Skills

Nuclear industry experience

Attention to detail

Project management

Business development

Excellent presentation skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

PhD or MSc in quantitative earth sciences, applied mathematics, physics, chemistry or engineering

Tools

Python

C++

GoldSim

COMSOL

Job description

About Us

For over 30 years Galson Sciences Limited has been providing consultancy and research expertise to nuclear sector clients worldwide. We specialise in radioactive waste management, surface/near-surface and geological disposal, environmental safety cases and decommissioning end states for new build and legacy reactor sites. In April 2021 Galson Sciences Limited joined the Egis Group. With the expertise that Egis brings in the front end of the nuclear fuel cycle, the merger has expanded the range and depth of services we offer in support of radioactive waste management solutions in the UK, in France and abroad. New opportunities have come from the merger together with a need to grow our technical workforce.

About the Role

Galson Sciences Ltd is looking for a Principal Consultant to join our team of technical experts in a multi-faceted role including technical research, project management and business development in support of our specialist services.

Job description

Providing consultancy services to clients on a national and international basis, you’ll deliver high-quality projects in nuclear decommissioning, radioactive waste management and disposal, environment safety cases, or site end states. Building and maintaining strong client and project team relationships is an important part of this role, as is contributing to the growth and success of the business.

Key responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality, technical projects. This will involve producing high quality reports, working closely with the client, presenting findings to stakeholders, facilitating technical workshops / discussions, ensuring the financial and technical health of the project, and managing a small team of project staff.
• Providing technical support and advice to other project managers.
• Business development in your area of expertise and support in other areas.
• Project management in accordance with company standards and guidelines.
• Potential line management of a small number of consultants outside of project teams.
• Ensuring all activities in your business area are conducted in a timely and cost-effective manner.

What do we need from you

Essential requirements:

• Nuclear industry experience, in particular in radioactive waste management, disposal, options assessments, environmental safety, decommissioning of nuclear facilities, nuclear safety and/or related fields.
• Qualification such as a PhD or MSc in quantitative earth sciences, applied mathematics, physics, chemistry or engineering.
• Ability to deliver high-quality technical work and proposals with excellent attention to detail, within tight deadlines.
• Excellent time management, prioritisation and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal and communication skills, using English language.
• Project and contract management experience.
• Business development experience in your areas of expertise.
• Desirable skills and experience:
• Technical assessment experience in our specialism areas, for example
• Radiological risk assessment, environmental safety case development and/or criticality safety assessments.
• Understanding of the regulatory framework in which the nuclear industry operates.
• Experience of mathematical modelling, particularly with respect to site characterisation, groundwater flow, gas transfer, and/or contaminant transport in geological media (e.g. using platforms such as GoldSim or COMSOL).
• Coding skills (e.g. Python, C++).
• Developing staff and ensuring their well-being, such as through line management or mentoring.

What's in it for you?

To apply, please provide your CV and a Cover Letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Location

The primary office for this role is in Manchester, however work-life balance and flexibility is important for us and we’re happy to discuss hybrid and flexible working hours, patterns and locations.

Screening Checks

Successful candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Pre-Employment check and will be required to undergo various checks: Right to Work permanently in the UK, Employment/Education History and Criminal Record. If you are unable to meet these and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed or rejected.

We are committed to our planet

In each project we design, engineer and operate we care deeply about the legacy we’re leaving behind. As part of our team, you’ll have a unique opportunity to use your skills and expertise to shape a better future for our communities in the UK, and all around the globe.

Our commitment is translated in the work carried out by our Egis Foundation, which funds concrete actions to address the climate crisis and is focused on educational and social initiatives that will help in the responsible and sustainable shift towards a sustainable world.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer and we strive to build a workforce that truly reflects the communities we represent. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. If you decide to apply for an opportunity with us, your application will be assessed based purely on your experience, the essential and desirable criteria, and your suitability for the role. We value each and every one’s contribution as this builds our culture and means that if you work with us, you will be included, listened to, and respected.