Remote Beamline Experimentalist: Space Radiation Effects

Space Radiation Services; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm in Manchester is seeking a Beamline Experimentalist. This role focuses on radiation effects on electronics and is open to various experience levels. Key responsibilities include planning and executing irradiation tests, analyzing test data, and working directly with clients. The position can be tailored to part-time or full-time hours, with fully remote options, and involves some international travel. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a relevant field and have hands-on beamline experience.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Competitive compensation

Remote work opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience testing semiconductor devices or detectors preferred.
• Able to travel internationally for beamline campaigns.
• Able to make independent decisions during experiments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute irradiation tests (protons, neutrons, heavy ions).
• Set up devices under test and data acquisition systems.
• Analyse test data and write clear technical reports.

Skills

Hands-on experience at a beamline or accelerator facility

PhD in Physics, Materials Science, or Electrical Engineering

Proficiency in technical writing

Ability to manage multiple projects

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

A leading engineering consulting firm in Manchester is seeking a Beamline Experimentalist. This role focuses on radiation effects on electronics and is open to various experience levels. Key responsibilities include planning and executing irradiation tests, analyzing test data, and working directly with clients. The position can be tailored to part-time or full-time hours, with fully remote options, and involves some international travel. Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a relevant field and have hands-on beamline experience.