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Physicist

At Oxford Instruments Andor we are devoted to accelerating the greatest scientific advancements of our age. It matters to us that the products we develop make a real difference to our customers and contribute significantly to their research. We want to deliver differentiated, accessible solutions to the widest possible scientific research and industrial communities. We are a market leading organisation with a diverse and inclusive environment.

We are hiring for a Physicist who will report into a Project Manager working within the Product Engineering Team of our Technology Department. The Physicist will provide optical expertise across Andor’s product portfolio. These products include Spectrographs, Microscopy Systems, Instruments and Cameras.

The successful candidate will deliver optical technical support to teams throughout Andor, including product management, product support, quality engineering, customer returns, production NCP support, supply chain/suppliers.

The role extends to leading and delivering product enhancement projects; including image sensor and optical instrument optimisation, robust root cause analysis of recurring issues, and product quality testing strategy.

The Physicist will have:

2.1 (or higher) BSc or MSci qualification in a Physical Science or related discipline such as Physics, Electronic Eng or Opto-Electronic engineering, and 3 years relevant experience

OR

National Diploma (or equivalent) in a Physical Science or related discipline such as Physics, Electronic Eng or Opto-Electronic engineering and 5 years relevant experience.

• Relevant experience can be gained through PhD studies

This position is based at our Belfast headquarters full time onsite.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Louise Dooley Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist via email to louise.dooley@oxinst.com

Please apply via this link: Andor Technology - Oxford Instruments Careers (oxinst.com)

Please note on this occasion we are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applicants for this particular post, as such applicants must hold the right to work in the UK to be eligible.

Why Oxford Instruments Andor?

Our company values of being Inclusive, Innovative, Trusted and Purposeful are at the core of everything we do for our customers and our teams. At Oxford Instruments Andor, our employees are fundamental to our business success and we are delighted to provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits programme with a range of options to suit your lifestyle.

UK Oxford Instruments Andor Benefits:

Oxford Instruments Andor provides employees with a competitive compensation & benefits package to suit your lifestyle.

• Health & Wellbeing- Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks, Babylon and UnMind), Private Medical Insurance with BUPA for you and your dependents, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance. Company sick pay and medical leave, Occupational healthcare Service, 2 days paid leave for volunteering each year
• Money & Lifestyle –Pension – employer contributory scheme (6%), Share Incentive Plan, Leave Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Car Salary Exchange Scheme, Tech Purchase scheme. Give as You Earn. Employee discount scheme. Free Parking Onsite.
• Career –Externally accredited training and development opportunities including support with professional qualifications, Service awards, LinkedIn learning, Learning & development programmes.
• Work Life Balance – 187.5 holiday hours, 9 customary holidays. Flexible start and finish times, lunchtime finish on Fridays, Enhanced maternity pay, Enhanced paternity pay, Bereavement leave

Oxford Instruments Andor

Oxford Instruments Andor is the global leader in the pioneering and manufacturing of high-performance light measuring solutions, bringing together the latest developments in sensors, electronics, optics and software. Our ground-breaking low light imaging cameras, spectroscopy solutions and microscopy systems are being used to develop cures for cancer, explore deeper into space and examine clean energy sources. We are among the world’s most innovative companies in the Photonics industry, measuring light down to a single photon and capturing events occurring within 1 billionth of a second.

We are part of the Imaging & Analysis Division within the wider Oxford Instruments Group. The I&A Division also includes Materials Analysis Group which is comprised of NanoAnalysis, Asylum Research, Plasma Technology, WITec, X-Ray Technology, FemtoTools and Magnetic Resonance. aAt Oxford Instruments, we enable the world’s leading industrial companies and scientific research communities to image, analyse and manipulate materials down to the atomic and molecular level.

Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. However, our employment monitoring data tells us that women, individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and people with a disability are currently under-represented therefore, we particularly welcome applications from these individuals. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place to work, which is why we subscribe to Equality Charter Marks.

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Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments Andor operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.

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