Theoretical Scientist
Closing Date: 8th May 2025 is not included to maintain token limit.
Location and onsite parking information has been removed to maintain company confidentiality.
This role is based on site, however due to the classified nature of the work involved there are limited opportunities to work from home.
Job Description
A strong degree in Physics or a related discipline, with a focus on modelling or code development is required for this position.
A PhD or relevant post-graduate experience would be beneficial for this role.
A willingness to travel overseas is essential to participate in modelling workshops and peer reviews.
Familiarity with radiation transport codes such as MCNP, OpenMC, or Geant4 is desirable.
Developing physics codes and models, programming languages such as Python or C++, Linux and High-Performance Computing (HPC) are also desired skills.
* You will gain an understanding of Monte Carlo and deterministic radiation transport techniques.
* You will work with developers to ensure these are robustly implemented.
* You will develop our future physics codes using modern software practices.
* You will apply these using AWE's High-Performance Computing (HPC) platforms to our core product and to our experimental programmes.
* You will utilize meshing tools to support Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
Requirements
We are looking for an individual who can work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and manage their own workload effectively.
You'll need to have the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Why Work with Us?
We offer a wide range of benefits including:
* 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave.
* Market leading contributory pension scheme.
* Family friendly policies including Maternity Leave and Paternity Leave.
* Opportunities for Professional Career Development.
* Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services.
* Life Assurance.
* Discounts on everyday spending.
* Special Leave Policy.