About The Role
This KTP is an exciting and ambitious project which seeks to develop test methodologies for assessing the performance of the latest wide band gap semiconductor devices in high radiation environments, such as space. This position is part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) funded by Innovate UK, aimed at driving impactful collaboration between academic expertise and industry.
Informal Queries
* For informal queries about the role, please contact Professor Peter Gammon at P.M.Gammon@warwick.ac.uk
Background Checks
* This role will require a Baseline Personnel Security Standard Check (BPSS) (National security vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK) and this will include undertaking a basic DBS check. This will need to be completed before any work can commence.
About You
The candidate should have a strong understanding of radiation testing method and of semiconductor device physics, particularly power and wide bandgap devices such as SiC and GaN. They should demonstrate experience in experimental test development, data analysis, and interpreting complex technical results, along with an appreciation of relevant industry standards and high-reliability environments. Experience working in a commercial, laboratory, or industrial setting would be advantageous, together with a clear interest in solving practical engineering problems and translating research into applied outcomes.
Primarily based at Radtest Ltd’s Harwell premises, the Associate will work within a specialist engineering team while collaborating closely with academics at the University of Warwick. The successful candidate should therefore possess strong communication skills to deliver workshops, presentations, reports, and training activities. They should demonstrate effective teamworking skills, the ability to operate proactively and independently across different levels of the business, and sound project management capability, with evidence of delivering structured, measurable results in a professional environment.
Responsibilities
The successful applicant will be responsible for developing new robust WBG device testing protocols using an in-house laser excitation tool; benchmarking results of laser induced damage to that of radiation from a synchrotron; aligning novel procedures to existing industry standards and protocols; developing high quality training data.
About The Department
Radtest was founded at Harwell in 2013, originally as part of Aeroflex and then Cobham before becoming independent in 2020. We offer services to sectors where equipment is exposed to ionising radiation, including space, nuclear, medical, high-energy physics, defence and industrial applications. The University of Warwick is a leading research university; this post is based in the Connected Systems Research Group at the School of Engineering, which focuses on smart grids, cyber security, applied artificial intelligence and wireless communication systems.
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK. 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent. Further information at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
How to Apply and Closing Date
CLOSING DEADLINE: Monday 4th May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time). To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:
* Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
* Outline the reasons for your interest in this position.
* Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below).
* Interview Date: To be confirmed
* Start Date: To be confirmed
Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. You will not be able to submit an application form if you opened it before the stated deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered. You are welcome to include any career breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave). If you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application.
What We Offer
We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:
* An attractive pension scheme.
* 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
* Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
* Onsite childcare facilities.
* Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Right to Work
If you do not yet have the right to work in the UK and/or are seeking sponsorship for a Skilled Worker visa, please refer to the provided information about obtaining the right to work in the UK.
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