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14 Feb 2026

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Senior Software Engineer
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham Solihull, West Midlands
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14 Feb 2026

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04 Feb 2026

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05 Feb 2026

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29 Jan 2026

Be part of something amazing At NPL, we’re proud to be a world class organisation doing exceptional science, where every role contributes to advancing the UK’s prosperity, security and quality of life. Our success comes from attracting people who share…

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30 Jan 2026

A member of the senior leadership team, responsible for setting the security strategy, providing expert advice, and delivering an operational service, in partnership with the relevant national bodies. Working closely and collaborating across NPL with key stakeholders ensuring appropriate processes…

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30 Jan 2026

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20 Jan 2026

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17 Jan 2026

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14 Jan 2026

We’re seeking a practicing and experienced Lead Systems Engineer to join our world leading Time and Frequency Department. We maintain and develop the UK’s National Time Scale, UTC (NPL), and are currently developing a new resilient Time Scale that will…

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16 Jan 2026

Our world leading Time & Frequency department are seeking a Change Specialist with experience in in delivering transformational behavioural change in major programmes. You will be joining our team at an exciting time we maintain the UK’s National Time Scale,…

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14 Jan 2026

Fixed Term Contract until December 2026 At the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), we set the UK’s standards for measurement — from length and mass to time, temperature and light. As we continue to put our customers at the heart of…

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14 Jan 2026

Responsible for shaping and embedding a strong security culture in cyber, physical and people across NPL. Lead initiatives that influence behaviour and reduce human related risk in compliance with regulatory and customer requirement, ensuring all colleagues have the appropriate level…

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13 Jan 2026

A funded 4 year joint PhD between King’s College London and the National Physical Laboratory is available for methodological developments into quantum algorithms for realistic electronic structure. Quantum computers are on their way, and (as originally envisaged by Feynman) one…

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10 Jan 2026

The reliable measurement of temperature is vital in a very wide range of scientific and industrial settings. Current generation thermometers all drift in their output with use. Our aim is to develop the next generation of temperature sensors that are…

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09 Jan 2026

The measurement of airborne eDNA enables the detection and tracking of species in an environment rapidly, non invasively, and with great sensitivity. It can also be used to monitor a very large number of species simultaneously, unlike traditional nature surveys,…

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05 Jan 2026

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04 Jan 2026

Are you interested in a career in scientific research? At NPL, we are looking for graduates with a real passion for tackling some of the biggest challenges in industry, energy, the environment, and healthcare to join our Science groups. We…

Events and Partnerships Manager
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham Solihull, West Midlands
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24 Dec 2025

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Security and Estates Lead
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham Solihull, West Midlands
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23 Dec 2025

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20 Dec 2025

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Scientist
National Physical Laboratory  -  Teddington, ENG, GB
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21 Dec 2025

Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting edge communications…

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20 Dec 2025

NPL is seeking an experienced Higher Scientist based in Teddington to plan and deliver a number of technical activities to take our research to the next level. This full time Research Scientist job comes with a generous salary and benefits…

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22 Dec 2025

At NPL, we set the standards by which the world is measured. Our work underpins solutions to global challenges — from tackling climate change and advancing medical breakthroughs to enabling next generation communications technology. Our Finance team plays a critical…

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20 Dec 2025

Our world leading Time & Frequency department are seeking a Platform Engineer with experience in scripting and automation. You will be joining our team at an exciting time we maintain the UK’s National Time Scale, UTC (NPL), and are currently…

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17 Dec 2025

Our world leading Time & Frequency department seek an experienced and practicing Security Advisor with prior experience in physical, procedural, and personnel security implementation. You will be joining our team at an exciting time we maintain the UK’s National Time…

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17 Dec 2025

Our world leading Time & Frequency department are seeking an experienced Service Operations Engineer. You will be joining our team at an exciting time we maintain the UK’s National Time Scale, UTC (NPL), and are currently developing the UK's first…

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16 Dec 2025

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17 Dec 2025

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15 Dec 2025

This newly created senior leadership position will be responsible for driving the successful delivery of a Major Government Programme (NTC) that forms part of the UK’s most significant national projects. As Programme Director, you will be supporting the delivery of…

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17 Dec 2025

We are hiring a Higher Scientist to join NPL’s Quantum Software & Modelling team in the Quantum Technologies Department. You will be a vital part of NPL’s team contributing to achieve the UK's mission to deliver an accessible UK based…

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14 Dec 2025

We are hiring a variety of Scientists to join NPL’s Quantum Software & Modelling team in the Quantum Technologies Department. As we are recruiting across different levels, we will consider applications from candidates with varied experience. Offer and salary will…

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12 Dec 2025

Very High Energy Electron (VHEE) radiotherapy is an exciting frontier in cancer treatment, offering a powerful combination of deep tissue penetration and sharp dose gradients through electron beams in the 50–250 MeV range. Unlike conventional electron therapy, VHEE enables precise…

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10 Dec 2025

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08 Dec 2025

Our world leading Time & Frequency department are seeking a Business Change Manager with experience in delivering transformational behavioural change in major programmes. You will be joining our team at an exciting time we maintain the UK’s National Time Scale,…

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10 Dec 2025

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) helps set the standards by which everything is measured – combating global issues such as climate change, curing diseases and developing cutting edge communications technology. At NPL, our apprentices are making their mark and getting…

DevOps Manager
National Physical Laboratory  -  Teddington, ENG, GB
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06 Dec 2025

Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting edge communications…

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06 Dec 2025

Are you passionate about delivering seamless IT experiences? Join our IT Operations team here at NPL and play a key role in ensuring colleagues have the tools and services they need to work efficiently and securely. This is a new…

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22 Nov 2025

Plastics have transformed modern life but created a global environmental crisis, over 450 million tonnes are produced each year, with the majority persisting for centuries in landfills and oceans. The urgent challenge is to design new polymers that not only…

Finance Manager
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham, ENG, GB
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15 Nov 2025

“I’m ready to take ownership of financial strategy and make a real impact.” If that sounds like you, UKTL wants to hear from you. We’re looking for a Finance Manager to join our Operations Delivery team—someone who thrives on accuracy,…

Vulnerability Researcher
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham Solihull, West Midlands
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11 Nov 2025

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Senior Vulnerability Researcher
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham Solihull, West Midlands
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12 Nov 2025

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Security and Privacy Researcher
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham Solihull, West Midlands
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12 Nov 2025

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07 Nov 2025

Fixed Term Contract 6 months Through our vital research, the National Physical Laboratory is helping support scientific and commercial innovations, international trade, environmental protection and health and wellbeing. When our work is on such a huge scale, it’s vital we…

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07 Nov 2025

Join the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and lead the next phase of the UK’s quantum revolution. We’re seeking two exceptional Programme Managers to spearhead high impact initiatives within our quantum portfolio. These roles offer a unique opportunity to shape the…

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04 Nov 2025

Join NPL’s Estates team and help shape the future of our built environment. We’re looking for a strategic leader to drive the delivery of estates programmes that support world class science and innovation. In this role, you’ll manage a team…

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04 Nov 2025

Our Estates team ensures NPL provides a safe, secure, and sustainable workplace—maximising the value of our buildings to support our people, programmes, and long term goals. We’re looking for a Compliance Manager to lead statutory compliance across our estate, with…

Scientist
National Physical Laboratory  -  Teddington, ENG, GB
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29 Oct 2025

We have an exciting opportunity for a Scientist to join the Measurement Services team within NPL’s Dimensional Metrology Group. The Dimensional Metrology Group is a world leader in delivering dimensional measurements, together with research and development of new techniques and…

Standards Lead
National Physical Laboratory  -  Birmingham, ENG, GB
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28 Oct 2025

What You’ll Be Doing as a Standards Lead at UKTL As a Standards Lead, you will play a pivotal role in representing UKTL’s interests across UK, European, and international telecoms standards bodies, with a particular focus on security and resilience.…

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28 Oct 2025

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27 Oct 2025

Launch Your Career in Telecoms Security with UKTL Are you ready to make a real impact in the world of telecoms? If you're a recent graduate with a passion for technology, security, and innovation, the UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL) Graduate…

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19 Oct 2025

Whether you’re talking about length, mass, time, temperature, electric current, amount or the brightness of light, the National Physical Laboratory sets the standards by which these things are all measured. As an organisation we’re doing so many great things. As…