Higher Scientist

NPL is seeking a Higher Scientist with experience in Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometry (IRMS) based in Teddington to plan and deliver a number of technical activities to take our research to the next level. This full-time research focussed job comes with a generous salary and benefits package.
As a Higher Scientist, you'll be expected to acquire new knowledge to find solutions to advance our research and contribute to climate change mitigation. At NPL, we learn from each other, respect each other, and work together to do better for ourselves and our customers.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
Leading the daily operation of a Thermo Fisher 253+ IRMS with Dual-Inlet, Multiport, and GasBench peripherals
Performing routine measurements of stable isotope ratios of pure CO2 and CO2 in air samples
Performing routine and advanced instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
Develop new analytical methods and refine existing protocols to address research questions
Preparation of a new generation of gravimetric gas reference materials focussing on CO2 stable isotopes in synthetic air
Developing partnerships to strengthen our capability
Acting as an ambassador for our work externally and being willing to promote what we do
Required Qualifications:
BSc /MSc in Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geology or similar
Minimum of 3 years of laboratory experience with experience on mass spectrometry
Experience in the preparation and analyses of gases in general and/or experience with isotopic analyses of organic matter, water, carbonates, or similar
Good communication skills and the ability to work individually and with a team
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Geology or similar
Experience with Thermo Fisher Isotope Ratio Mass Spectrometers, such as Ultra, 252/3, or Delta instruments including peripherals
Experience in the operation of gas handling and high vacuum systems
Experience in training and supervision of stable isotope laboratory users
Experience with the preparation of gravimetric gas standards
Experience with leading, planning, and delivering complex research projects from conception to fruition
In return for your knowledge and expertise, you'll receive a favourable salary and benefits package.
If this full-time Higher Scientist job in Teddington sounds like the right fit for you, please apply today.
At NPL, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases, and the development of cutting-edge communications technology. Our role is to research, create and deliver the measurement infrastructure which underpins the UK's prosperity and quality of life across many fields of industry.
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.
We actively recruit citizens of all backgrounds, but the nature of our work in specific departments means that nationality, residency and security requirements can be more tightly defined than others. You will be asked about this throughout the recruitment process.
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