About the role
Portfolio Technical Lead – Optical Atomic Clocks | Oxford (hybrid working available)
A technology-driven R&D organisation is seeking a Portfolio Technical Lead to oversee the development and transition of advanced timing and precision measurement systems into deployable products. This is a senior technical leadership role with influence over research direction, project delivery, and longer-term technology strategy.
The Role
You will lead a multidisciplinary technical team responsible for delivering a portfolio of complex R&D projects. Working closely with internal leadership, external partners, and funding bodies, you will define technical priorities, guide research efforts, and support the progression of selected technologies toward product development.
Key Responsibilities
+Lead and coordinate a portfolio of advanced timing and precision measurement projects
+Define technical performance goals, roadmaps, and success criteria
+Manage, mentor, and develop technical staff
+Act as a senior technical contact for external collaborators and sponsors
About You
+PhD in a relevant physics or engineering discipline
+Strong background in precision measurement, time/frequency systems, or related technologies
+Experience with complex optical and laser-based systems
+Proven technical leadership experience across multiple projects
This is a rare opportunity to shape the direction of advanced research while leading technologies from concept to real-world impact. You’ll work with exceptional technical talent and have genuine influence over long-term strategy and outcomes
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