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Applied Scientist & Theoretical Scientist (within Physics)
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Your mission
£24,500 + BENEFITS | 12-MONTH PLACEMENT
Are you an aspiring theoretical scientist?
You can play an integral role within our Physics team which includes a diverse range of work to support the delivery of our mission, focusing on;
- Radiation detection measurements and analysis
- Photo, electron and neutron modelling codes
- Simulating and measuring material properties in exotic states of matter such as those found in the centre of stars and planets
- Developing new and novel computational algorithms to solve physics problems
- Complex mathematical assessments
Our work is of the highest national security so you must be a British Citizen to apply.
WHAT DISCIPLINES FIT THE ROLE BEST?
- Physics (Theoretical & Applied)
- Mathematics
- Data Science
- Structural Engineering
- Computer Science
LOCATION: ALDERMASTON NEAR READING
You’ll be based at our Aldermaston site near Reading.
We work a nine-day fortnight. That means every other Friday off work + 270 hours of annual leave.
SKILLS YOU’LL NEED TO DEMONSTRATE
• Growth mindset
• Curiosity
• Innovation
• Resilience
• Teamwork
The opportunity
Join a team of scientists, engineers, and technical specialists working to solve complex problems across the lifecycle of advanced technologies and components. You’ll apply the principles of physics to research, modelling, experimentation, and data analysis, contributing to projects with real-world impact from day one.
Our Physics teams work across a diverse range of disciplines, offering opportunities to develop expertise in areas such as radiation science, computational modelling, materials research, and mathematical analysis.
What you’ll learn
MODELLING | ALGORITHMS | DEFENCE INDUSTRY
During your placement, you could:
- Support the development and application of radiation detection systems, helping to collect, analyse, and interpret scientific data.
- Use advanced modelling and simulation tools to understand the behaviour of photons, electrons, neutrons, and other physical systems.
- Apply computational methods and coding techniques to solve complex scientific and engineering challenges.
- Investigate how materials behave under extreme conditions, including environments similar to those found deep within planets and stars.
- Design experiments, analyse results, and contribute to research that advances our understanding of fundamental physical processes.
- Develop and apply mathematical models to support research, testing, and technical decision-making.
- Explore innovative approaches and emerging technologies to solve complex physics problems.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across science, engineering, and technology to deliver research and development projects.
You’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, advanced software tools, and world-class facilities while building practical skills that complement your studies.
Whether your interests lie in computational physics, modelling and simulation, radiation science, materials physics, data analysis, or experimental research, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to challenging and meaningful projects that support some of the UK’s most complex scientific and technical programmes.
This is an exciting opportunity for curious, analytical problem-solvers who want to apply their knowledge in a practical environment, develop valuable technical skills, and work on projects that make a real difference.
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