Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a higher scientist to join the tribology area in the Advanced Engineering Measurements group based in Teddington. The successful candidate will be working within NPL\'s Tribological Laboratories which is home to unique facilities that support UK industry, alongside a team of internationally leading scientists. This full-time higher scientist job comes with a generous salary and benefits package.

Research and measurement sit at the very core of our business here at NPL. This is your chance to apply your established and new knowledge and solutions to a range of technical activities make an impact as part of our ground-breaking work . As we\'re always looking to stretch our capabilities, we\'ll look to you to spot potential commercial opportunities from your work, you\'ll need to flag these - as this is how new products and services are developed. As a collaborative team her at NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better for ourselves and our customers You\'ll keep your technical knowledge up-to-speed with the latest advances and take responsibility for completing your work to the highest standards, on time and within budget.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Sharing your learnings so that we all benefit and mentoring those with less experience than you

• Developing partnerships to strengthen our capability
• Acting as an ambassador for our work externally and being willing to promote what we do
• Providing technical support for any bids, we may be undertaking

We are now working in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote and office working. We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for full time, part time or flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible.

About You

We are looking for a self-motivated scientist/engineer who has an interest to develop a career in materials science with a special interest in instrumentation for friction and wear measurements. As a Higher Scientist you\'ll be able to work independently and as part of a team. Your role will involve experimental work in the laboratory, data analysis and presentation, paper writing and customer facing activities. You\'ll be able to solve problems in the laboratory as they arise and ensure timely delivery of research and commercial contracts for industrial and academic customers.

Desired skills and experience

• The candidate must have an undergraduate degree in Engineering, Physics or Chemistry and preferably hold a relevant postgraduate degree.
• Demonstrable capability for scientific problem solving using digital tools.
• Experience in research science would be preferable but not essential.
• Training will be provided, but you will need to have a willingness to learn and develop through self directed learning.
• It is important that you have good interpersonal skills and work well in a team both in person and online.
• A positive attitude coupled with rigorous attention to detail is essential.

Example Responsibilities

• Support the Technical Lead to design, instrument and analyse friction and wear experiments.
• Operation of laboratory equipment for testing and analysis.
• Analysis of experimental data including preparation of internal and external reports.
• Interaction and communication with customer contacts, regulators, and research institutes.
• Adherence to company and client quality and health and safety protocols.
• Working with the laboratory team to prepare samples, repair, calibrate /maintain test equipment.

At NPL we learn from each other, respect each other and work together to do better. For ourselves and for our customers. And whilst we\'re always looking to stretch beyond what we know; we don\'t make things more complicated when there\'s no need.

Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

About Us

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre of excellence that provides cutting-edge measurement science, engineering and technology to underpin prosperity and quality of life in the UK.

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. Applications from women, disabled and black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates in particular are encouraged. 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.

At NPL, we believe our success is a result of the diversity and talent of our people. We strive to nurture and respect individuals to ensure everyone feels valued by treating everyone on the basis of their own individual merits and abilities regardless of their own or perceived identity, as part of our commitment to diversity & inclusion, we hold memberships and accreditations to ensure we\'re creating an environment where all our colleagues feel supported and welcome, please see our page.

We are committed to the health and well-being of our employees. Flexible working and social activities are embedded in our culture to create a positive work-life balance, along with a broad range of . Our are at the heart of what we do, and they shape the way we interact, develop our people and celebrate success.

To ensure everyone has an equal chance, we\'re always willing to make reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss, please

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