Daphne Jackson Research Technical Professional Fellowship Opportunity at National Physical Laboratory (NPL) Teddington

Applications are invited for two-year part-time (0.5 FTE) Daphne Jackson Research Technical Professional (RTP) Fellowships sponsored by The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) 

NPL is the UK's National Measurement Institute, a world-leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate measurement standards, science, and technology. For over a century NPL has developed and maintained the nation's primary measurement standards. Ensuring that cutting-edge measurement science and technology have a positive impact in the real world, delivering the world-leading measurement solutions critical to commercial research and development, supporting business success across the UK and the globe. 

The Daphne Jackson Trust is dedicated to returning research professionals to their research careers following a break of two years or more taken for family, caring or health reasons. 

Daphne Jackson RTP Fellowships are unique – offering individuals wishing to return to a research technical career, after a career break, the opportunity for an individually tailored retraining programme in a supportive environment alongside the unparalleled support offered by the Daphne Jackson Trust. 

For eligibility criteria and application process details, visit www.daphnejackson.org 

The role

NPL is looking for someone with a passion for experimental physics wanting to return to their science & research career to join the  Time and Frequency Department. NPL are expanding their portfolio of projects which involve a broad range of complex systems including optical frequency combs, optical atomic clocks, ultrastable lasers and a fibre link network infrastructure, which are interlinked through their mission to develop a new generation of optical clocks in anticipation of a redefinition of the SI second. Based at Teddington you will use your analytical and problem-solving skills to contribute to the design, implementation, and/or operation of these systems which will push the boundary of measurement accuracy and stability (system and project will be defined based on candidate experience). You will have a strong practical aptitude and will use your experience in experimental laboratory work to complete tasks requiring high attention to detail.  

Highly desirable skills

• Experience with lasers and optics, precision measurement, use of test and measurement instrumentation.
• Proficient in relevant software e.g. Python & Labview (or similar) for hardware interfacing, data acquisition and data analysis.
• Experience in electronics and RF/microwave hardware/instrumentation.
• Sound instrumentation and electronics design skills.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate with colleagues in your team.
• Enjoy problem solving and demonstrate critical thinking, assessing the pros and cons of your approach.
• Understand the value of providing good customer service to customers (internal and external), wanting to exceed customer expectations, delivering high quality work with proactive communications.
• Committed to personal development and learning opportunities to get the most from the role.

NPL and DSIT have strong commitments to diversity and equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from candidates irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, or age, providing they meet the required criteria. All disabled candidates (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) who satisfy the minimum criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme. Visit https://www.npl.co.uk/about-us/diversity-and-inclusion for details.

Applications

Please complete the forms on the Daphne Jackson Trust website https://daphnejackson.org/research-technical-professional-fellowships/how-to-apply-for-a-research-technical-professional-fellowship/ 

Note that a PhD is not essential. 

Email submissions to the Daphne Jackson Trust via the 'Apply' button above, stating clearly, ‘NPL RTP Fellowship Application’. 

Following shortlisting by the Trust, NPL’s internal selection process will identify preferred candidates.

Teddington, suburb of London

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