24 Vacancies

Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting-edge communications technology . As our Service Transition Manager, you'll help co-ordinate and facilitate the changes to our business processes and systems that will ...

Our   world-leading Time & Frequency department  are seeking a Network Engineer with hands-on network design , implementation and operational experience. You will be joining our team at an exciting time - we maintain the UK's National Time Scale, UTC (NPL), and are currently developing a  new resilient Time Scale facility  that will underpin our Critical Nationa...

Shape the Future of Security Excellence Are you ready to lead the charge in safeguarding people, processes, and technology? Join us as a Protective Security Manager and take a pivotal role in ensuring UKTL not only meets but exceeds Government security standards. This is your chance to influence strategy, drive compliance, and embed a culture of security across every level. What You'...

Even the best scientific institutes cannot flourish without a well-managed cash flow. We are seeking an Account Receivable Team Lead to guide the team responsible for ensuring the management, maintenance and reconciliation of the sales ledger in line with management accounting practices. The team ensures credit control activities are performed to business guidelines, and that NPL ...

"I'm ready to take ownership of financial strategy and make a real impact." If that sounds like you, UKTL wants to hear from you. We're looking for a Finance Manager to join our Operations Delivery team—someone who thrives on accuracy, loves turning numbers into insights, and can confidently guide financial decisions that shape the future of technology. In this role, you'...

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department  seek a Time Scale Engineer. You will be joining our team at an exciting time - we maintain the UK's National Time Scale, UTC (NPL) , and are currently developing the UK's first resilient Time Scale facility that will underpin our Critical National Infrastructure (CNI). This will address the risks associated with our dependency on global navi...

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department seek an experienced and practicing Senior Scientist / Engineer . You will be joining our team at an exciting time - we maintain the UK's National Time Scale , UTC (NPL) , and are currently developing the UK's first resilient Time Scale facility that will underpin Digital Infrastructure in the UK. This will address the risks associa...

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department are seeking an experienced and practicing Senior Software Engineer with proven expertise in DevOps automation and container orchestration . You will be joining our team at an exciting time - we maintain the UK's National Time Scale, UTC (NPL), and are currently developing a new resilient Time Scale facility that will underpin our Critical...

Join the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and lead the next phase of the UK's quantum revolution. We're seeking an exceptional Quantum Measurement Programme Manager to spearhead high-impact initiatives within our quantum portfolio. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of quantum technologies, working at the intersection of science, policy, and international collabor...

We're seeking a Programme Controller to work on NPL's National Timing Centre Delivery Programme (NTCDP) - a high-profile, complex initiative at the heart of the UK's future Critical National Infrastructure. The NTCDP is the UK's first nationally-distributed timekeeping infrastructure. It aims to provide trusted and assured time and frequency distribution; reducing reliance on Gl...

We're seeking a Senior Programme Controller to work on NPL's National Timing Centre Delivery Programme (NTCDP) - a high-profile, complex initiative at the heart of the UK's future Critical National Infrastructure. The NTCDP is the UK's first nationally-distributed timekeeping infrastructure. It aims to provide trusted and assured time and frequency distribution; reducing reliance on...

Our Estates team ensures NPL provides a safe, secure, and sustainable workplace—maximising the value of our buildings to support our people, programmes, and long-term goals. We're looking for a Compliance Manager to lead statutory compliance across our estate, with a focus on the Teddington and Wraysbury sites. Reporting to the Hard Services Leader, you'll play a key role in maint...