Science and Technology Facilities Council
Salary: £33,380 per annum. Successful candidates also receive a £1,000 welcome bonus.
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Open Ended
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Closing Date: 20th October 2024
Assessment Centre: December 2024 (travel and accommodation will be reimbursed)
Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate.
This role will not attract points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa, under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work for the role, but who can demonstrate they will be eligible to obtain a valid work visa via another UK visa route, in line with the Contract Type shown in the vacancy. At interview, all shortlisted candidates are required to bring with them identification documents and original documents that prove they hold or can obtain the right to work in the UK. You can check your eligibility here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y
At the Central Laser Facility, part of the Science and Technology Facilities Council, we provide advanced laser facilities for UK and international scientists. We are building two new high-power laser centres - EPAC will deliver novel radiation sources for science and industry, while Vulcan 20-20 will allow physicists to explore the frontiers of knowledge with more powerful laser light than ever before. We are seeking a graduate to join our dynamic team developing the software for data management. We create the software tools needed by our users to run experiments, acquire data, and display it.
Brief overview of the scheme
The STFC Graduate scheme will give you the opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion early in your journey with us, supported by technical training and a broader programme of career support and training and development.
Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will provide the right combination of challenge and support throughout, helping you achieve your ambitions. We know that professional recognition is also important to you too, so we will provide mentoring and expertise to help you achieve valued qualifications or chartered status in your chosen field.
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days' annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours. For more information on our full list of benefits, please visit here .
About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities:
In this role, you will contribute to development of the software that our users rely on to run their experiments, organise their data, and understand their results. This includes a mix of back-end services, front-end tools, and an interactive computing platform. You will have the support of your more experienced colleagues and the chance to work with a wide variety of technology.
You will learn how we use continuous integration to improve the quality of the code we write and how we use Ansible to automate deployment to our on-premises servers. As you learn more about the unique problems we are solving, you will be able to make significant contributions to the work we do and to our users' experience.
Familiarity with scientific computing and the scientific Python ecosystem would be a plus, but is not needed. Dedication to creating quality software, enthusiasm about the science we do, and an ability to work as part of a team are essential.
Some of the technologies we use:
To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following:
Key - Shortlisting (S), at Interview (I) or both (S&I)
Essential:
Desirable:
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.
We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI)
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org .
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI .
The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.
How we support EDI in the workforce
At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' .
Disability Confident Employer
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.
UKRI seeks to ensure it creates and maintains a system of openness, fairness and inclusion - a collaborative, trusted environment, which is attractive to and accessible to everyone who is interested in developing their career with us.
Additional Information
Salary: £33,380 per annum. Successful candidates also receive a £1,000 welcome bonus.
Hours: Full time
Contract Type: Open Ended
Location: Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire
Closing Date: 20th October 2024
Assessment Centre: December 2024 (travel and accommodation will be reimbursed)
Please note that we can only accept a maximum of 2 applications per candidate.
This role will not attract points to obtain a sponsored Skilled Worker visa, under the UK Visa & Immigration points-based system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work for the role, but who can demonstrate they will be eligible to obtain a valid work visa via another UK visa route, in line with the Contract Type shown in the vacancy. At interview, all shortlisted candidates are required to bring with them identification documents and original documents that prove they hold or can obtain the right to work in the UK. You can check your eligibility here: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa/y
At the Central Laser Facility, part of the Science and Technology Facilities Council, we provide advanced laser facilities for UK and international scientists. We are building two new high-power laser centres - EPAC will deliver novel radiation sources for science and industry, while Vulcan 20-20 will allow physicists to explore the frontiers of knowledge with more powerful laser light than ever before. We are seeking a graduate to join our dynamic team developing the software for data management. We create the software tools needed by our users to run experiments, acquire data, and display it.
Brief overview of the scheme
The STFC Graduate scheme will give you the opportunity to really pursue your interests and passion early in your journey with us, supported by technical training and a broader programme of career support and training and development.
Our dedicated Early Careers Development Team will provide the right combination of challenge and support throughout, helping you achieve your ambitions. We know that professional recognition is also important to you too, so we will provide mentoring and expertise to help you achieve valued qualifications or chartered status in your chosen field.
STFC offers a benefits package crafted to provide an excellent work/life balance including 30 days' annual leave, an outstanding index linked pension scheme, 10.5 public and privilege days, Christmas closure and flexible working hours. For more information on our full list of benefits, please visit here .
About the role and a summary of key duties & responsibilities:
In this role, you will contribute to development of the software that our users rely on to run their experiments, organise their data, and understand their results. This includes a mix of back-end services, front-end tools, and an interactive computing platform. You will have the support of your more experienced colleagues and the chance to work with a wide variety of technology.
You will learn how we use continuous integration to improve the quality of the code we write and how we use Ansible to automate deployment to our on-premises servers. As you learn more about the unique problems we are solving, you will be able to make significant contributions to the work we do and to our users' experience.
Familiarity with scientific computing and the scientific Python ecosystem would be a plus, but is not needed. Dedication to creating quality software, enthusiasm about the science we do, and an ability to work as part of a team are essential.
Some of the technologies we use:
- Python is our primary programming language
- Scientific Python libraries, such as numpy, scipy, pandas, and xarray
- Git, GitHub, and GitHub Actions
- Apache Kafka
- The Rust programming language and the PyO3 Python bindings
- Bluesky, an experiment automation framework
To apply for this graduate opportunity, we are looking for the following:
Key - Shortlisting (S), at Interview (I) or both (S&I)
Essential:
- Achieved, or be on course to achieve, a minimum 2:1 degree, in a relevant field of study (S)
- Have the right to live and work in the UK at time of starting employment (S)
- Experience of developing in the Python programming language (S&I)
- Knowledge of techniques for software testing (S&I)
- Experience of using version control (e.g. Git) (S&I)
- Ability to communicate effectively, collaborate within a team, and influence people with various roles and backgrounds. (I)
- Passion for solving problems using engineering practices and willing to develop their skills (I)
Desirable:
- Experience with the scientific Python ecosystem (S&I)
- Understanding of scientific data and metadata (S&I)
Part of our application process involves submitting your CV and a cover letter. Your cover letter should address your suitability for the opportunity based how you meet each essential criteria stated in this advert.
Please note that we hold the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.
About The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)
As one of Europe's largest research organisations, we ask the biggest questions in the universe to find answers that change the world around us. We seek understanding. We're proud of the impact we make. And we're committed to helping build a globally competitive, knowledge-based UK economy. Being part of all this means contributing to work that pushes boundaries and creates possibilities. You'll work with, and learn from, true experts. Whatever your role, you'll be free to question, and encouraged to share ideas. And, in a positive and supportive culture, you'll discover just what a difference you can make when you're equipped and inspired to excel.
We're a place where curious minds thrive. Not bound by profit, we explore ideas that others don't, ask questions that others won't, and discover answers that others are not equipped to find. And, alongside Mars landings and black holes, we also explore diverse, international projects in everything from science and engineering to computing and technology. Whether it's at the cutting edge or behind the scenes, our work is intellectually challenging. It's very often ground-breaking. And it's endlessly, irresistibly fascinating.
For more information about STFC please visit https://stfc.ukri.org/
You can also visit our careers site https://www.stfccareers.co.uk/
About UK Research Innovation (UKRI)
UKRI is an organisation that brings together the seven disciplinary research councils, Research England and Innovate UK. Together, we build an independent organisation with a strong voice and vision ensuring the UK maintains its world-leading position in research and innovation.
Supporting some of the world's most exciting and challenging research projects, we develop and operate some of the most remarkable scientific facilities in the world. We are pushing the frontiers of human knowledge through fundamental research and delivering benefits for UK society and the economy through world-class research, skills and business-led innovation.
More information can be found at www.ukri.org .
Choosing to come to work at UKRI means that you will have access to a whole host of benefits from a defined benefit pension scheme, excellent holiday entitlement, access to employee shopping/travel discounts and salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme. For more details, visit benefits of working for UKRI .
The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.
How we support EDI in the workforce
At UKRI, we believe that everyone has a right to be treated with dignity and respect, and to be provided with equal opportunities to thrive and succeed in an environment that enables them to do so. We also value diversity of thought and experience within inclusive groups, organisations and the wider community. For further information, please visit 'How we support EDI in the workforce' .
Disability Confident Employer
As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy/ies. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
How to apply
Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the 'experience' section of the application.
UKRI seeks to ensure it creates and maintains a system of openness, fairness and inclusion - a collaborative, trusted environment, which is attractive to and accessible to everyone who is interested in developing their career with us.
Additional Information
- Organisation: Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) - Technology
- Contract Type: Open Ended
- External Closing Date: Oct 20, 2024
- Minimum Salary: Pound Sterling (GBP) 33,380
- Hours: Full-time
