Senior Physicist - Experimental

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

World-class laboratory facilities

Conference attendance

Health/dental/vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Physicist focused on experimental work for our research and development division in Stellenbosch. This hybrid role blends on-site access to specialized laboratory equipment with flexible remote work.

Lead experimental design, data acquisition and analysis for cutting-edge physics projects, contributing to scientific breakthroughs in an academic-industrial setting. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in Physics, 6+ years of post-doctoral or industrial research experience,

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics or a related experimental science field.
• Minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral or industrial research experience in experimental physics.
• Proven expertise in designing and conducting sophisticated experiments.
• Proficiency with data acquisition systems and analysis software (LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python).
• Strong theoretical understanding of relevant physics principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a meticulous approach to research.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute complex physics experiments.
• Operate and maintain advanced experimental apparatus and diagnostic equipment.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and draw rigorous conclusions.
• Develop theoretical models to explain experimental phenomena.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists and engineers on research projects.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, publications, and presentations.

Skills

Experimental design

Data analysis

Problem solving

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Senior Physicist with a focus on experimental work for their research and development division in Stellenbosch . This hybrid role combines the flexibility of remote work with the necessity of on-site access to specialized laboratory equipment. You will lead experimental design, data acquisition, and analysis for cutting-edge physics projects, contributing significantly to our client's scientific breakthroughs. This position is perfect for an inquisitive and meticulous physicist eager to push the boundaries of knowledge and apply theoretical concepts to tangible experimental outcomes in a stimulating academic and industrial research setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and execute complex physics experiments.
• Operate and maintain advanced experimental apparatus and diagnostic equipment.
• Analyze experimental data, interpret results, and draw rigorous conclusions.
• Develop theoretical models to explain experimental phenomena.
• Collaborate with a team of scientists and engineers on research projects.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, publications, and presentations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Physics or a related experimental science field.
• Minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral or industrial research experience in experimental physics.
• Proven expertise in designing and conducting sophisticated experiments.
• Proficiency with data acquisition systems and analysis software (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python).
• Strong theoretical understanding of relevant physics principles.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a meticulous approach to research.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life integration.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Access to world-class laboratory facilities and cutting-edge instrumentation.
• Opportunities for attending and presenting at international conferences.
• Supportive team environment fostering innovation and scientific curiosity.