Overview
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About Us
Oxford Instruments plc is a leading provider of high technology products and services to the world's leading industrial companies and scientific research communities. Our core purpose is to support our customers to address some of the world's most pressing challenges, enabling a greener economy, increased connectivity, improved health and leaps in scientific understanding.
The Opportunity
As the Product Scientist for Raman you will be the scientific authority on the areas you work on and will use your expertise to further the success of our products. You will primarily support the development of Raman based applications alongside the new and existing products across Oxford Instruments’ product range. You will work with the Head of Product Science & Solutions and colleagues at WITec, the rest of the Product Science & Solutions team and other key stakeholders.
About You
The Product Scientist will ideally have the following skills/attributes:
* A PhD involving a significant microanalysis component
* Degree in material sciences/physics/chemistry or a related subject to at least MSc standard
* Significant recent experience in using Raman analysis, ideally both standalone and integrated in SEM, for the investigation of real-world samples
* An in-depth knowledge, passion and enthusiasm for electron microscopy and microanalysis
* Sound knowledge of SEM based micro/nano-analysis including Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy (EDS) and the ability to appropriately apply this knowledge to customer problems
* Significant practical experience of using Raman analysis, scanning electron microscopy, and associated analytical techniques in a research or commercial environment
* Sound general microanalysis knowledge and ability to apply this appropriately to customer problems
* Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to clearly articulate complex, technical issues
* Experience in supporting the development of training materials, technical documentation, and sales collateral
* Organised, with solid administrative/reporting skills and proficient PC skills including MS Office
* This job involves frequent travel and stays overseas. It is therefore essential that the candidate can travel without restriction, subject to any normal visa requirements
* Experience of interacting with and influencing a global team of scientists
* A thorough understanding of a diverse range of applications for electron microscopy and experience of turning applications or technology into products
* Experience of working in a commercial environment
* Experience working across departments and effectively with sales, marketing and development teams
* Experience in acquiring and presenting scientific data to support product marketing with product promotions
Key responsibilities
* Provide expertise in Raman analysis to the OINA business
* Collaborate closely with the WITec business with a focus on our Raman in-SEM (RISE) product and correlative workflows using multiple imaging/analytical modalities
* Create high-quality marketing materials (in collaboration with NanoAnalysis and WITec colleagues) to demonstrate capabilities
* Use market knowledge to recommend new and emerging applications
* Provide leadership for the Raman technique within OINA, working with internal and external customers
* Develop understanding of customer applications, prepare samples, acquire data, and deliver reports with interpretation
* Perform customer demonstrations and train customers to an advanced level
* Organise and conduct customer-focused workshops
* Gather customer requirements using Voice of Customer processes and identify unmet needs
* Work with Sales, Service & global Applications to support exhibitions, events and customer questions
* Provide global training in products, techniques, and market segments
* Identify potential customers and market segments for cross-BU marketing campaigns
* Obtain data to support marketing activities and identify opportunities for new products
* Work with product managers to understand value and development roadmap; translate user needs into design specifications
* Provide expertise to development projects and acquire data for technology development
* Support operations to ensure timely shipping of products
Benefits
In addition to a competitive starting salary, structured career development opportunities, and a good work-life balance, Oxford Instruments offers 25 days annual leave, private healthcare, a share incentive plan, and a defined contribution Group Personal Pension Plan.
Equality and Inclusion
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Note to recruitment agencies
Note to recruitment agencies: Oxford Instruments operates a Preferred Supplier List, and we do not accept unsolicited agency CVs. Please do not forward candidate details in response to this advert, or to any Oxford Instruments employees or other company locations. Oxford Instruments is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs.
Job metadata
* Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
* Employment type: Full-time
* Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
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