54 Vacancies

The Climate and Earth Observation (CEO) group at NPL are seeking an experienced Higher Scientist to drive the operational delivery of the Evaluation and Quality Control (EQC) function for datasets provided through the Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S). The Copernicus Climate Change Service, operated by ECMWF (European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts) on behalf of the...

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department  seek a Time Scale Engineer. This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure. Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (NTC) programme , we are developing a world-first resilient time distribution capabilit...

Higher Scientist – Ion trapping Help Build the UK's Next ‑ Generation Quantum Computing capabilities Join the team shaping the future of quantum technologies and quantum computing. We're seeking an experienced scientist to join the Quantum Technology department. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to research with national impact at the frontier of quantum ph...

Quantum Network Software engineer/Senior Quantum Network Software engineer Help Build the UK's Next ‑ Generation Quantum Internet Join the team shaping the next-generation quantum internet. We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join the Quantum Technology department. You will build the software infrastructure for the NPL quantum network testbed that will hel...

NPL is seeking a Scientist /Engineer or Higher Scientist in Biofoundry Automation to support  the UK Reference Biofoundry . B ased in Teddington the post will be integrated within the NPL's research programme and capabilities for  Engineering Biology, Metrology, and Standards  including  Cryo-EM laboratories . This full-time Re...

At NPL, we're helping make the impossible, possible. As the UK's National Metrology Institute, our work underpins confidence in science, technology, innovation and industry. Behind that work are the people who make sure our teams are connected, organised and able to deliver at pace. We're looking for a highly organised, proactive and service-driven S...

Join a unique telecoms research environment focused on the technologies that underpin subscriber identity, authentication, and connectivity across modern mobile networks. As a specialist in eSIM and subscriber identity technologies, you'll bring expertise in areas such as eUICCs, Remote SIM Provisioning, GSMA standards, subscription management platforms, JavaCard, GlobalPlatform, and the wid...

This Role Speaks to You If... You're naturally curious about how technology works and enjoy exploring new systems and ideas. Maybe you've studied networking, cybersecurity, software development, telecommunications, or a related field, or you've developed your skills through personal projects, labs, or open-source communities. You might already be familiar with technolog...

As an Associate Vulnerability Researcher in Telecommunications , you will play a key role in developing the UK's capability to understand and secure telecom systems. Working as part of a highly skilled and collaborative research team, you'll be supported in building your expertise while contributing to meaningful, real-world security challenges. This role is designed for individuals ea...

Responsible for shaping and embedding a strong security culture in cyber, physical and people across NPL. Lead initiatives that influence behaviour and reduce human-related risk in compliance with regulatory and customer requirement, ensuring all colleagues have the appropriate level of awareness, knowledge, and skills to manage security risks in alignment with our programmes security values...

NPL wishes to appoint Scientists in Living Systems Engineering to support the UK Reference Biofoundry . The post will be integrated within the NPL's research programme and capabilities for Engineering Biology, Metrology, and Standards including Cryo-EM laboratories . You will join a multidisciplinary team developing reference materials, methods and datasets to address the challeng...

We have an exciting opportunity for a permanent position as a Power Systems Research Engineer/ Scientist to join the Power Networks Team within NPL's Electromagnetic Technologies Group. This role is suitable for an early-career engineer, physicist, applied scientist or post-doctoral researcher who is looking to apply and develop their expertise in power systems, measurement scienc...