Support Scientist in Scanning Electron MicroscopyUniversity

Location: Parks Road, Oxford

About this role

The Department of Materials is seeking to recruit a Support Scientist in Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM).

The post holder will work within the David Cockayne Centre for Electron Microscopy (DCCEM),and take responsibility for access to the Department’s scanning electron microscope instrumentation, in consultation with the Senior EM Facility Manager and Director of the EM Laboratory.

The post holder will plan and manage the delivery of user training across the Department’s scanning electron microscopes and related instruments, including EDX and EBSD techniques.

The post holder will take up an important role within the team and become the champion for SEM scientific and technical support, interacting with a wide range of researchers and academics within the Department of Materials, the wider University of Oxford and beyond.

About You

You will hold a degree in Physics, Materials, Engineering or a related field and either a PhD or have extensive experience in the operation of scanning electron microscopes.

You will have experience in the practical training of users of electron microscopes and ancillary instruments, and have excellent communication skills.

A deep understanding of SEM and related techniques is required.

How to Apply

All applications must be made online using the Oxford University E-Recruitment system via the above ‘Apply’ button, no later than 12 noon on Monday 26 October 2026. You will be required to upload a CV and a Supporting Statement as part of your application. Please do not attach any manuscripts, papers, transcripts, mark sheets or certificates as these will not be considered as part of your application.

Only applications received online by 12.00 midday (GMT) on Monday 26 October 2026 can be considered. Interviews are scheduled to take place at the Department of Materials on the week of 9 November 2026 and you must be available on this date, either by Teams or in person.

£39,424 to £47,779 per annum. GRADE 7