Physicist – Photonics & Optics

We are looking for a Physicist with a passion for innovation and technology to join our Applied Science team. You will be motivated by the idea of applying your theoretical knowledge and experimental skill to create real-world solutions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a recent PhD graduate or early career researcher to tackle challenges across a range of industries—including Defence, Healthcare, and Energy—by applying your scientific understanding, and your drive and curiosity to learn new things.

You will have research experience in a field related to optics or photonics, combined with excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) and a collaborative approach. We are looking for someone who enjoys being hands on in the lab as well as conducting desk-based analysis.

You should have:

• A desire to work on both on optical and photonic systems.
• Practical experience of either free-space optics, fibre-optic systems, or photonic devices.
• This role will include work on technologies for defence. Therefore, you must be eligible for UK security clearance.

In addition, you should have experience with 1 of the following:

• Photonic design (e.g. using Ansys Lumerical)
• Fabrication and test of photonic devices
• Optical system design (e.g. using Zemax)
• Optical metasurfaces
• Numerical simulation and data analysis using scripting tools, like Python or MATLAB
• Electronics or software for experiment automation
• Practical/research experience in other areas of applied physics, e.g. magnetism, RF, ultrasound

Most importantly, you must be keen to take on new challenges, learn on the job, and grow your capabilities.