Physicist
Date: 3 Jun 2026
Location: Belfast, GB
Job Function: Technical
Business Unit: Andor Technology
Overview
At Oxford Instruments Andor we are devoted to accelerating the greatest scientific advancements of our age. The Physicist will provide optical expertise across Andor’s product portfolio which includes spectrographs, microscopy systems, instruments and cameras.
Responsibilities
Deliver optical technical support to teams throughout Andor, including product management, product support, quality engineering, customer returns, production NCP support, and supply chain/suppliers. Lead and deliver product enhancement projects, including image sensor and optical instrument optimisation, robust root‑cause analysis of recurring issues, and product quality testing strategy.
Qualifications
- 2.1 (or higher) BSc or MSci qualification in a Physical Science or related discipline such as Physics, Electronic Engineering or Opto‑Electronic engineering, and 3 years relevant experience
- OR National Diploma (or equivalent) in a Physical Science or related discipline such as Physics, Electronic Engineering or Opto‑Electronic engineering and 5 years relevant experience.
- Relevant experience can be gained through PhD studies.
Benefits
- Health & Wellbeing: Mental Health First Aiders, Employee Assistance Programme (LifeWorks, Babylon and UnMind), Private Medical Insurance with BUPA for you and your dependents, Income Protection, Life Assurance and Personal Accident Insurance. Company sick pay and medical leave, 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. Give as You Earn. Employee discount scheme. Free Parking Onsite.
- Career: Externally accredited training and development opportunities including support with professional qualifications, Service awards, LinkedIn 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.
Equality & Diversity
Oxford Instruments Andor is committed to equality of opportunity and welcomes applications from all. We particularly welcome applications from individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities and people with a disability. We are committed to ensuring our workplace is a safe, welcoming and inclusive place to work.
Visa Sponsorship
We are unable to provide sponsorship for visa applicants for this position; applicants must hold the right to work in the UK.
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