Senior Research Scientist

TKMS ATLAS UK · Not specified, Dorchester

Senior Research Scientist at TKMS ATLAS UK, based in Not specified, Dorchester. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Not specified, Dorchester
Contract
Permanent
Posted
3 weeks ago
Closes
28 Aug 2026
Sector
Research Scientist

Reference https://www.morson.com/jobs/scientific-and-pharmaceutical/permanent/dorchester/s

About the role

Senior Research Scientist – Recruiting on Behalf of TKMS ATLAS UKMorson is proud to be recruiting on behalf of TKMS ATLAS UK for a Senior Scientific Research professional to join their Research and Innovation Division in Dorset. This role requires the successful candidate to hold DV clearance (or be eligible to obtain it) and to work onsite 4 days per week.Qualifications and SkillsDegree or PhD in physics, mathematics, or a related discipline, supported by relevant experience. Candidates with engineering backgrounds are welcome where research has been a key focus.Excellent communication skills, including delivering presentations.Excellent written skills, particularly in preparing bids and technical reports.Strong team-working abilities.Knowledge and Experience(These can be developed in the role if not already held.)Applicants should demonstrate a successful track record in developing technical solutions and planning, coordinating, and delivering research programmes. The ideal candidate will have experience in at least one of the following domains and be capable of leading research projects that span multiple areas:Signal processing, image analysis, automated detection processingStatistical modelling, data science, machine learning, AI, data visualisationModelling signatures of naval platformsNaval platform designNumerical simulation of complex phenomena and computational fluid dynamicsRemote sensing and numerical simulation of ocean processesLaboratory experimentationTechnical leadership of projects, including leading small research teams and ensuring delivery to time, cost, and qualityUse of scientific computational software such as MATLAB or PythonPurpose of the RoleTo support bidding activities, develop technical strategies and solutions, and lead the technical delivery of assigned projects to time, cost, and quality. The role also includes identifying opportunities for capability development and exploiting research into products.Challenges of the RoleCollaborating with specialists across a wide range of disciplinesWorking with stakeholders across the business to support the development and delivery of customer solutionsCommunicating technical findings and concepts to expert and non-expert stakeholders within TKMS ATLAS UK and the customer communitySynthesising technical analysis outputs to provide clear, coherent advice for stakeholders and key decision-makersProviding technical leadership on multidisciplinary research projectsSupporting the professional development of junior team membersEffective time managementThis is an onsite role based in Dorset.If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV to [email removed].

Reference: https://www.morson.com/jobs/scientific-and-pharmaceutical/permanent/dorchester/s · Posted 3 weeks ago · Closes 28 Aug 2026 · Listed via TKMS ATLAS UK

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