Radiochemistry Year-in-Industry: Analytical Focus

Atomic Weapons Establishment; Aldermaston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Generous holiday entitlement

9-day working fortnight

Employee discounts portal

Learning from leaders in the field

Job summary

Atomic Weapons Establishment offers a Year in Industry Placement for Analytical and Radiochemist based at Aldermaston. The role supports two placement streams—Dosimetry and Radiometrology—with exposure to radiochemical analysis and gamma, alpha spectroscopy, and lab techniques.

Candidates should be working toward relevant science degrees with a 2:2 by Aug 2026. The 12-month placement is paid at £24,500 per year, with benefits including a market-leading pension, generous holidays, and unique

Qualifications

• We are interested in candidates pursuing a degree in Chemistry, Environmental Science, Physics or Combined Chemistry and Physics.
• Must be able to provide evidence of a minimum 2:2 degree classification by August 2026.
• Enthusiasm for getting involved in research and tasks.

Skills

Growth mindset

Curious

Innovative

Resilience

Team worker

Education

Chemistry

Environmental Science

Physics

Combined Chemistry and Physics

Job description

Atomic Weapons Establishment offers a Year in Industry Placement for Analytical and Radiochemist based at Aldermaston. The role supports two placement streams—Dosimetry and Radiometrology—with exposure to radiochemical analysis and gamma, alpha spectroscopy, and lab techniques.

Candidates should be working toward relevant science degrees with a 2:2 by Aug 2026. The 12-month placement is paid at £24,500 per year, with benefits including a market-leading pension, generous holidays, and unique