NPL is the UK’s National Metrology Institute. 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. The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist to join our Ultrasound and Underwater Acoustics Group in Teddington.
NPL is world-leading in this area and has a suite of dedicated facilities, including laboratory tanks, an acoustics pressure vessel and an open-water site. The successful candidates will join NPL at an exciting time of growth where there will be a great opportunity to maximise impact from high-quality science.
The successful candidate’s work will involve:
* developing improved data analysis techniques for experimental data derived from ocean acoustic measurements
* planning and leading experimental work including in-situ and off-shore trials
* developing and maintaining improved data acquisition software for measurements made utilising NPL’s specialised laboratory facilities
* contributing to collaborative research projects with NPL’s partners, both nationally and internationally
* leading the technical work of NPL projects, including preparation of project proposals and supervising and guiding the work of more junior staff
* the opportunity to contribute to scientific output through journal publications and conferences, and to represent the UK on technical standards committees.