Materials Analysis is a leading business unit within Oxford Instruments, responsible for a diverse portfolio including Electron Microscopy, Mechanical Microscopy, Atomic Force Microscopy, Raman Microscopy, and Benchtop NMR products.
We are a global technology leader with a strong customer base and a collaborative culture that drives cross-technique innovation and maximises opportunities for growth.
Our strategy focuses on full integration across product lines to unlock growth potential, improve productivity, and transform how we operate to enter new markets.
As part of the wider Oxford Instruments Group—alongside Andor Technology, NanoScience, Plasma Technology, and X-Ray Technology—we have a 60-year heritage and multiple Queen’s Awards for Enterprise, delivering world-class technologies that help address some of the world's biggest challenges.
**12 Month FTC**
Job Purpose
As an EDS Product Scientist, you will act as a technical expert in Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (EDS), supporting internal and external stakeholders in maximising the value and performance of our products.
You will drive technical excellence by developing sales enablement tools, supporting new product development, delivering demonstrations, and enhancing the capabilities of our global applications community.
Working closely with your line manager and cross-functional teams, you will help optimise product performance, identify improvement opportunities, and ensure our solutions meet evolving customer needs.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Expertise & Product Support
- Act as a subject matter expert in EDS analysis and microanalysis applications
- Provide second-line technical support to customer services teams
- Analyse and interpret customer sample data, producing high-quality reports
Sales Enablement & Customer Engagement
- Develop sales enablement materials (with management review)
- Deliver customer demonstrations and support sales opportunities
- Conduct routine internal demonstrations of products and applications
Product Development & NPI Support
- Support testing and validation of new software and hardware releases
- Collaborate with Product Management and NPI teams on product improvements
- Identify and escalate product performance issues and enhancement opportunities
Demonstration & Lab Management
- Prepare samples for analysis and maintain demonstration readiness
- Catalogue and manage demonstration samples
- Support operation of demonstration facilities in line with defined processes
Training & Knowledge Sharing
- Deliver internal training to global applications teams
- Upskill colleagues and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives
- Support development of technical documentation and training materials
Market Insight & Feedback
- Capture and communicate customer insights and market trends
- Provide feedback on product performance, customer needs, and opportunities
Global Collaboration
- Engage with global applications teams to build knowledge and best practices
- Contribute to cross-regional collaboration and community development
Travel
- Undertake international travel to support customers and internal teams
(typically <20%)
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Is passionate about analytical science and electron microscopy
- Enjoys working at the intersection of science, technology, and customer engagement
- Thrives in a collaborative, fast-evolving, global environment
- Is motivated to continuously improve ways of working and deliver impact
Essential Criteria
Education
- MSc (or equivalent) in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or related discipline
Experience
- Significant hands-on experience using EDS for real-world sample analysis
- Strong working knowledge of electron microscopy and microanalysis
- Experience using analytical systems in an electron microscopy environment
- Experience developing technical materials (training, documentation, or sales collateral)
Skills & Knowledge
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly
- Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities
- Adaptability in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse audiences
- Proficiency in standard IT tools and productivity applications
What we offer:
Wellbeing –
- Annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays and the option to purchase up to 12 weeks more
- Employee Assistance Programme; including 24/7 telephone support, access to counselling, financial and debt management and access to trained legal advisors
- Private health insurance, dental insurance and life assurance
Money & lifestyle –
- MyDiscounts; save money with a number of leading retailers
- Car salary exchange scheme: sacrifice part of your salary in exchange for a fully serviced, comprehensive insured electric or hybrid vehicle
- TechScheme and CycleScheme: Purchase a bike and/or Tech or home goods from Currys/IKEA and spread the cost over 12 months.
- Pension; all employees are eligible to join the Group Pension Plan administered by AVIVA.
- Share incentive plan: Invest in your future and share in the success of the company by joining the share incentive plan.
Development –
- Encouragement and support to achieve professional and or academic qualifications to support your development and growth
- Defined career paths and regular reviews
How to apply:
We’d love to hear from you! To ensure every application is considered fairly and efficiently, please submit your application via our official careers site. While we truly appreciate your interest, we’re unfortunately unable to accept applications via email. Thank you for your understanding—we look forward to receiving your application.
