Physicist in Oxford

Physicist in Oxford

Oxford Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join a world-class team developing innovative laser micromachining technology.
  • Company: Leading R&D company in Oxfordshire, recognised for cutting-edge laser solutions.
  • Benefits: Attractive salary, supportive environment, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Thriving organisation with excellent growth potential.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in the exciting field of laser applications and engineering.
  • Qualifications: BSc in Physics, Lasers, or related field; hands-on experience with lasers preferred.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

A fantastic opportunity for an Applied Laser / Photonics / Optical Physicist graduate or Research Engineer has arisen at an Oxfordshire based leading R&D company whose innovative laser micromachining technology is internationally recognised as a market leader. This role is open to a recent Physicist / Lasers / Optics / Photonics graduate who enjoys hands‑on engineering work with lasers / photonics / optical systems, and is looking for an opportunity to learn and grow their career in Laser application engineering, or an R&D Engineer with a background in micromachining / laser processing looking for a new challenge.

You will join a world class team working with state‑of‑the‑art laser systems providing bespoke laser micromachining services and solutions for clients world‑wide. The company is growing strongly, making this an excellent opportunity to join a thriving organisation offering a supportive work environment, career development opportunities and of course an attractive renumeration package.

Requirements:

  • BSc degree or higher in Lasers, Photonics, Optical Engineering, Physics, Engineering or similar qualification plus equivalent practical experience. (A Laser related postgrad qualification would be a distinct advantage)
  • Practical and hands‑on experience with laser applications development
  • Experience with high‑speed, high power laser processing beneficial
  • Knowledge of the following would be highly beneficial:
    • Optical systems
    • Ray tracing analysis (ZEMAX or equivalent)
    • Alignment, machine vision for OEM integration

Job/vacancy location: Oxfordshire. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level. Employment type: Full‑time. Job function: Engineering, Research, and Manufacturing. Industries: Engineering Services, Research Services, and Machinery Manufacturing.

Physicist in Oxford employer: Vector Recruitment Ltd

Join a leading technology company in Cambridge that fosters innovation and creativity, where your engineering skills will directly contribute to the development of cutting-edge products for global clients. With a collaborative work culture, you'll have the chance to work alongside talented professionals, enjoy hands-on product development, and benefit from generous employee perks and growth opportunities. This is an ideal environment for engineers who are eager to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers in a vibrant tech hub.

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Contact Details:

Vector Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Physicist in Oxford

Laser Applications Development
Micromachining
Optical Engineering
Photonics
Practical Hands-on Experience
High-speed Laser Processing
Ray Tracing Analysis (ZEMAX or equivalent)