Physicist

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Date: 11 Nov 2025

Location:

Belfast, GB
Job Function:
Technical
Business Unit:
Andor Technology

At Oxford Instruments Andor we are devoted to accelerating the greatest scientific advancements of our age. We want to deliver differentiated, accessible solutions to the widest possible scientific research and industrial communities. We are a market‑leading organisation with a diverse and inclusive environment.

We are hiring a Physicist who will report into a Project Manager within the Product Engineering Team of our Technology Department. The Physicist will provide optical expertise across Andor’s product portfolio, including Spectrographs, Microscopy Systems, Instruments and Cameras. The role extends to leading and delivering product enhancement projects; including image sensor and optical instrument optimisation, robust root‑cause analysis of recurring issues, and product quality testing strategy.

• Provide optical technical support to cross‑functional teams (product management, support, quality engineering, customer returns, production NCP support, supply chain/suppliers).
• Lead product enhancement projects including image sensor and optical instrument optimisation.
• Conduct robust root‑cause analysis of recurring issues.
• Develop and execute product quality testing strategy.

• BSc or MSci (or higher) in a Physical Science or related discipline (Physics, Electronic Engineering, Opto‑Electronic Engineering) and 3 years relevant experience.
• OR National Diploma (or equivalent) in a Physical Science or related discipline and 5 years relevant experience.
• Relevant experience can be gained through PhD studies.

This position is based at our Belfast headquarters full time onsite.

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

Please apply via:
Andor Technology - Oxford Instruments Careers.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applicants for this post; applicants must hold the right to work in the UK.

• Health & Wellbeing – Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme, Private Medical Insurance with BUPA, Income Protection, Life Assurance, Personal Accident Insurance, Company sick pay, medical leave, 2 days paid leave for volunteering each year.
• Money & Lifestyle – Pension scheme (6% employer contribution), Share Incentive Plan, Leave Purchase Scheme, Cycle to Work scheme, Car Salary Exchange Scheme, Tech Purchase scheme, Employee discount scheme, Free on‑site parking.
• Career – Externally accredited training and development opportunities, professional qualification support, 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 and paternity pay, bereavement leave.

Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. We particularly encourage 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.

Note to recruitment agencies:
We do not accept unsolicited agency CVs.

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