Optics and Data Scientist (Fixed Term)

Job Description Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek - so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com. Join a world-class At the Raman Spectroscopy division of Agilent, where we’re developing award-winning Raman spectroscopy systems for pharmaceutical, security and detection markets using our patented spatially offset Raman technology. As an Optics and Data Scientist in R&D for a 12-month contract, you will be in a hands-on, technically challenging role where you’ll work with optical systems that make a real-world impact. Working at the intersection of optics, data, and innovation, you will take ideas from concept to production in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. You take a thoughtful approach to engineering – you’re able to think ahead on the suitability of proposed plans or components and see how they fit into a wider system. You are also comfortable working and communicating with multidisciplinary teams in different geographies. What You’ll Do: • Support our products through their entire lifecycle—from early-stage labs • Design and test optical systems and develop test procedures in collaboration with suppliers and production teams to ensure quality and performance • Gather and analyse data on systems • Diagnose and resolve issues through hands-on testing, root cause analysis, and close collaboration with engineering and manufacturing teams. • Develop calibration and manufacturing tests and procedures, from designing test jigs to using statistical process control methods to determine control limits. • Develop test procedures and interface with suppliers and production teams to ensure optical component quality. Qualifications We are looking for a motivated individual with the following background: • A degree in Optics, Engineering, Physics or related discipline with a good foundation of knowledge in optics • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Python, R, or MATLAB • Full professional proficiency in English. Other Desirable Skills • Experience with spectroscopic systems, in particular Raman spectroscopy is highly desirable. • Experience with Lasers • Experience with gathering and analysing large data sets to provide new insights • Statistics and statistical process control • Experience maintaining performance of optical components over the full product manufacturing lifecycle This position is based at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, with the flexibility to work on a hybrid model (3 days in the office, 2 days from home). We offer: • An opportunity for you to make a significant impact in a world-class company and develop your skills • A role among passionate colleagues, in a growth orientated and inclusive environment. You will become part of a caring and fast paced environment, built on integrity, sharing and trust • Career development opportunities in an international company • Competitive compensation and benefits package • Work-Life-Balance programs • Company pension scheme • Private health care Qualifications Bachelor's or Master's Degree or equivalent. Ideally, 1 year of previous experience in a similar role. Additional Details This job has a full time weekly schedule. Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws. Travel Required: Occasional Shift: Day Duration: 9-12 Months Job Function: Administration