About the Role Put simply, we set the standards by which everything is measured. In doing so, the National Physical Laboratory is helping to combat issues on a global scale such as climate change, curing diseases and the development of cutting-edge communications technology. At NPL, we touch ordinary lives in extraordinary ways and you could too. NPL is looking for a senior expert in with demonstrable world leading experience in Underwater Acoustics to join us as a Principal Scientist. Research is what drives our business. And it will be up to you to develop and lead your team, setting your technical area''s strategic direction and ensuring your vision is delivered. When it comes to solutions, you don''t just rely on established methodologies. To get the results you seek, you''re willing to challenge what we do and how we do it, so that we''re expanding our capability. In doing so, you''ll be able to drive collaboration - internally and externally - to enhance activity and optimise commercial opportunities. Your passion for your work, means you already have a great network though which you''ll promote our work, representing NPL and speaking wherever you''re needed. As your work progresses, and new learnings established, you''ll make sure you bring the team with you - training and developing them so that they grow with us. The responsibilities of the Principal Scientist within Underwater Acoustics will include: Leading, designing and executing experimental and theoretical res