Physicist

Physicist – Optical Expertise

At Oxford Instruments Andor we are looking for a Physicist with optical expertise to work within the Product Engineering Team of our Technology Department. The Physicist will provide optical technical support to product management, product support, quality engineering, customer returns, production NCP support, and supply chain suppliers.

• Deliver optical technical support across Andor’s product portfolio, including spectrographs, microscopy systems, instruments and cameras.
• Lead and deliver product enhancement projects such as image sensor and optical instrument optimisation.
• Perform robust root cause analysis of recurring issues and develop product quality testing strategies.

• BSc (or MSci) in a Physical Science or related discipline such as Physics, Electronic Engineering, or Opto‑Electronic Engineering and at least 3 years relevant experience, or
• National Diploma (or equivalent) in a Physical Science or related discipline and at least 5 years relevant experience (relevant experience can be gained through PhD studies).
• Based at our Belfast headquarters, full‑time onsite.

• Health & Wellbeing – Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme, private medical insurance with BUPA, income protection, life assurance and personal accident insurance, company sick pay, 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, employee discount scheme, free parking onsite.
• Career – Externally accredited training and development opportunities, support with professional qualifications, service awards, Linked In 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.

Belfast headquarters – full‑time onsite.

Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. We particularly welcome applications from women, BAME communities, and people with a disability. We are committed to ensuring a safe, welcoming and inclusive workplace and subscribe to Equality Charter Marks.

We do not sponsor visas for this role. Applicants must hold the right to work in the UK.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Louise Dooley, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist, via email to