Applied Scientist

OQC are looking for someone experienced at data analysis in a research context who is ready to take on a role with the potential to make a significant impact on our cutting edge quantum technology development projects.

Remuneration

• £50,000 - £60,000 salary per annum
• 25 Days holiday 
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Pension
• Private medical insurance
• EAP cash plan
• Group life and group income protection
• Hybrid working
• Cycle to work scheme
• EV Car Scheme 
• Gym and wellness benefits

About the Role

The Applied Scientist role will help OQCs Material Science and Device Engineering team to analyse data, and interpret results related to superconducting devices. They will develop data-backed recommendations to guide our team in improvements to the choice of materials and techniques as well as our nanofabrication processes. 

• Analysing large datasets to extract insights and trends to support the advancement of our material characterisation and fabrication processes for superconducting devices. 
• Developing scripts that extract information from a variety of data sources and formats
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to better understand OQCs data needs, developing data collection systems and providing results-driven recommendations
• Creating automations for data and KPI tracking 
• Generating high quality and detailed reports on findings
• Sharing coding and analysis expertise with the wider team.

Person Specification

Essential skills and experience:

• Strong background in data science skills, with experience in image processing and statistical methods demonstrated via previous work/research
• Knowledge of fabrication techniques and characterisation methods for thin films, multilayers, and nano/micro structures.
• Highly skilled in Python, and related libraries for data management, statistics, and data visualisation tools
• Effective communication and presentation skills for seamless collaboration across diverse technical teams and levels
• PhD or Master’s degree in physics, materials science, or a similar field
• Autonomous motivation and prioritisation of workload
• Analytical Thinking and attention to detail

Desirable Skills and Experience:

• Experience working with Machine learning
• Experience with professional software development
• Use of code-sharing and control platforms (Git, Bitbucket etc.) 
• Hands-on experience of experiments and techniques. (metrology, characterisation, fabrication)

Research has shown that women are less likely than men to apply for this role if they do not have solid experience in 100% of these areas. Please know that this list is indicative and that we would still love to hear from you even if you feel you only are a 75% match. Skills can be learnt, diversity cannot.

About Our Company

At OQC, we see a brighter future for all, enabled by quantum.

Together we are pioneering cutting-edge quantum computers that unlock transformative discoveries, from advancing drug modelling to revolutionising battery technology. Our mission is to put quantum in the hands of humanity, empowering customers to discover new commercial and scientific frontiers.

When you join OQC, you become part of a diverse team of innovators, creators, and problem solvers. We bring together some of the brightest minds in quantum physics, nanotechnologies, hardware, software and commercial operations. Each team member brings a unique skill set and are united by our values, which guide us in everything we do - how we work, how we collaborate and how we shape the future of our industry.

Are you ready to help us build this future?

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At OQC we are not just hoping you’ll fit in our culture. We aspire to thrive, as a company and as people, thanks to your diversity of thought and background. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing our team members with a work environment free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect. Our employment decisions are based on business needs, talent and merit and all our colleagues share in the responsibility for fulfilling our commitment to diversity. We look forward to meeting you!