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We invite applications for a PhD on scalable quantum technology and electrical metrology, co-supervised by the University of Strathclyde and the Quantum Electrical Metrology Group at National Physical Laboratory (NPL), the UK's National Measurement Institute based in Teddington West London. The project focuses on cryogenic electronics at the quantum/classical interface. This is a k...

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department is seeking a Software Test Engineer with expertise in Unix/Linux software testing and quality assurance . This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure. Backed by a government investment of £180 million in the National Timing Centre (N...

Who sets the standards, to ensure that anything that can be measured is done so with consistency and reliability? We do. Through our vital research, the National Physical Laboratory is helping support scientific and commercial innovations, international trade, environmental protection and health and wellbeing. T o achieve our ambitions, we need to continually evolve. As a Project M...

The Department of Data Science and AI is looking for a researcher to contribute to our work on a wide variety of projects across all national challenges including life science and health, and climate and environmental sciences Excitingly, this role offers scope to develop new collaborations across NPL, government, industry, and academia. You'll enjoy developing, applying and sharing knowle...

NPL's Biometrology group is seeking an experienced postdoctoral researcher for a Higher Scientist in Biomedical Optics based in Teddington to plan and deliver a number of technical activities to take our research to the next level. This full-time position comes with a generous salary and benefits package. The group is a multidisciplinary team of biologists, chemists, physicists and...

At NPL, we set the standards by which the world is measured. Our work underpins solutions to global challenges — from tackling climate change and advancing medical breakthroughs to enabling next-generation communications technology. Our Finance team plays a critical role in shaping NPL's success. By partnering across the organisation, we create a clear strategy and vision, monitor per...

Our world-leading Time & Frequency department and National Timing Centre (NTC) programme are seeking a Contract Manager with experience in contract management and programme controls. This is an exceptional opportunity to join the global authority in precision timing at a defining moment for UK digital infrastructure. Backed by a government investment of £18...

At NPL, we set the standards by which the world is measured. Our work underpins solutions to global challenges — from tackling climate change and advancing medical breakthroughs to enabling next-generation communications technology. Our Finance team plays a critical role in shaping NPL's success. By partnering across the organisation, we create a clear strategy and vision, monito...

NPL is seeking an experienced Higher Scientist/Scientist to join our Surface Technology Group , where our experts collaborate with academia, industry and partners to advance measurement science and enable innovation. Our team develops the underpinning standards, testing methods and characterisation techniques that industry relies on to manufacture reliable products. As w e are recruiting ac...

At NPL, we set the standards by which the world is measured. Our work underpins solutions to global challenges — from tackling climate change and advancing medical breakthroughs to enabling next-generation communications technology. Our Finance team plays a critical role in shaping NPL's success. By partnering across the organisation, we create a clear strategy and vision, monitor p...

At UKTL, you'll be part of a team strengthening the UK's telecoms ecosystem through cutting-edge testing, research, and innovation. As a Senior Data Scientist, you'll play a key role in supporting and collaborating with our Test and Research teams, turning complex data into meaningful insights that influence real-world decisions. This is your opportunity to work at the intersection of telecoms...

This Role Speaks to You If.. . You've always been curious about how things work—especially when it comes to telecoms systems like 5G, fibre broadband. Maybe you know IP/TCP/HTTP but here you will work with SCTP/ NGAP / 5G SBI in carrier grade implementations that no one else has this level of access to! Whether you've worked in the field professionally or you've been diving int...