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Air Quality is a significant issue for UK and global societies; this is reflected in its increasing prominence globally, and on national and local government agendas. NPL’s Air Quality & Aerosol Metrology group manages several UK Air Quality Networks, delivers essential metrological support to UK and overseas industries and is a recognised science and technology leader in the air quality domain.

Against the backdrop of growing demand for our work, we are looking for a Scientist or Engineer (RS) to provide calibration, maintenance and limited servicing of air quality sampling and analysis instruments in support of UK air quality networks and NPL’s measurement services.

We are now working in a hybrid way, with a mix of remote and office working. We strive to offer a great work life balance - if you are looking for full time, part time or flexible options, we will try to make this work where business possible. This will be dependent on the kind of role you do and part of the business you work in.

You’ll have a firm base of knowledge in scientific methods both academic and practical. You will have practical experience of carrying out scientific work in both the field and laboratory environments. You will have a broad understanding of the science of air quality, and of the sources and sinks affecting air pollution.

The role would suit a scientist or engineer with an interest in the calibration, operation, and testing of instruments, particularly of those used in support of air quality sampling and monitoring. Evidence of instrument maintenance and working in both laboratory and field environments would be important assets. You’ll be able to demonstrate a good knowledge of quality assurance, uncertainty analysis, and health and safety.

Following training and familiarisation with the instruments, you will work independently and be able to apply your own initiative, effective decision making and technical skills without the need for reach-back to colleagues. You will need to be able to maintain safety and quality of work whilst delivering to external customer deadlines. As work will be at NPL Teddington and Air Quality monitoring stations across the UK, you must be prepared to work outdoors. Some sites are sited in urban areas so you must feel comfortable driving in busy city centre traffic; a current UK driving licence is essential.

Please note:  Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward.  We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.