Physicist / Engineer

Physicist / Engineer
Salary £23-33k plus benefits
National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, Middlesex
Ref: EM-2012-05

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is one of the UK's leading science facilities and research centres. It is a world-leading centre of excellence in developing and applying the most accurate standards, science and technology available.

NPL occupies a unique position as the UK's National Measurement Institute and sits at the intersection between scientific discovery and real world application. Its expertise and original research have underpinned quality of life, innovation and competitiveness for UK citizens and business for more than a century.

In this role you will be working in a team developing new techniques of temperature measurement, applying basic physics to challenging technical problems. In addition to research and development, you will apply your expertise to solve customer challenges and help to grow our commercial business in this area.

The role requires a physical science / engineering degree (or equivalent). Experience of writing software is essential and previous industrial or scientific experience is desirable.

As part of the Serco Group plc, we offer competitive salaries, a wealth of career opportunities and a wide range of benefits.

NPL is based in a unique research environment which is located in pleasant surroundings on the edge of Bushy Park in south-west London. We have a host of onsite facilities including a subsidised crèche, restaurant, and a sports and social club.

NPL Management Limited is committed to supporting their people to develop both personally and professionally and is committed to equal opportunities.

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Closing date: 11 July 2012

For further information, please contact (no agencies please):

Sally Williams
Human Resources
Tel: +44 20 8943 8636
Email: sally.williams@npl.co.uk