Material and Chemical Modelling Scientists

The Modelling Team in Materials and Analytical Science (MAS) at AWE is looking for Scientists at various stages of their careers across Materials, Mathematical and Chemical Modelling disciplines to support research and development within a wide range of technically challenging projects.

Material and Chemical Modelling Scientists - 'Computing the Untestable'

Location: Reading

Salary: £33,770 - £45,000 (depending on your suitability and level experience)

Closing Date: 19th June 2023

As part of our People Promise, AWE (one of the best 25 big companies to work for in the UK) has a range of benefits to suit you. These include:

• Time to recharge your batteries with 270 hours of annual leave (plus every other Friday off work)
• Consideration for flexible working arrangements so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know on your application if you wish to work part time
• Opportunities for Professional Career Development that include funding for the annual membership of a relevant professional body, access to mentors and training
• Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services
• A generous defined contribution Group Personal Pension (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your own contribution)
• Life Assurance
• Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending
• Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring for your family
• A host of voluntary & core benefits to suit your health and wellbeing - more information available on our careers site

We currently have roles available in the following disciplines and are interested in hearing from candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

• Knowledge of materials and/or chemical science
• Experience in constructing material models of representative systems with particular focus on molecular reaction chemistry
• Experience in optimizing molecules and identifying transition states
• Experience of running electronic structure codes such as Gaussian or NWChem
• Experience in scientific computing languages

In growing our capability across these areas, we will also be looking to grow your skills and knowledge as a Modelling Scientist with opportunities for development and progression across our programmes of work. You'll have access to some of the best computing resources in the UK, a wide range of software, and like-minded colleagues across science and engineering.

If you think you have what it takes to Compute the Untestable and directly shape the future of our nuclear deterrent, apply now for a role to help with:

• Finding novel modelling solutions to difficult real-world testing problems
• Delivering representative models at all life cycle phases from 'cradle to grave'
• Co-ordinating cutting-edge projects with external academic partners
• Inspiring and developing our engineers and scientists of the future
• Ensuring we have the right people, processes and plant to deliver our current and future programmes
• Safeguarding our nation by ensuring our deterrent is credible, effective, and safe today as well as into the future

To be considered for these roles, you must have a degree or higher qualification in a physical science, or proven experience working in a similar environment and possess strong communication skills.

Candidates must be willing and able to obtain and maintain the necessary security clearance for the role.

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