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Senior Optical Physicist - Medical Technology
Join a Leading Medical Technology Innovator
Newton Colmore is exciting to be working on a new role with a medical devices company in Cambridge.
We are searching for a senior optical physicist to join their growing team.
The company are at an exciting stage of growth and innovation, continuing their strong record of delivering breakthrough technologies that make a real difference to patients' lives
About the Role
As a Senior Optical Physicist, you will be at the forefront of optomechanical system design, developing next-generation medical devices that push the boundaries of what's possible.
This is a unique opportunity to work on challenging, high-impact projects that combine novel technology with elegant design and usability.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop advanced optomechanical systems for medical applications
Lead optical system architecture and integration projects from concept through to implementation
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, software developers, and clinical specialists
Conduct thorough analysis and modelling of optical systems using industry-standard tools
Prototype development and testing of optical components and systems
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members
Stay current with emerging technologies and research in optical physics and medical devices
Contribute to patent applications and scientific publications
What we are looking for;
Experience in optical system design, preferably in medical technology or related industry.
Strong academics and fundamentals.
Expertise in optomechanical system design and integration
Proficiency with optical design software (e.g., Zemax, Code V, or similar)
Solid understanding of mechanical design principles and their interaction with optical systems
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
What is on Offer;
Tailored salary and comprehensive benefits package including monetary bonuses
Opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art HQ with all the latest technology
Substantial investment in R&D projects and professional development
Strong mentorship culture with opportunities for career growth
Collaborative environment working alongside world-class engineers and scientists
Chance to make a meaningful impact on healthcare technology
Excellent pension scheme and health benefits
How to Apply;
If you are passionate about optical physics and want to contribute to breakthrough medical technologies, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV along with a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and interest in this role.
This position offers an exceptional opportunity to advance your career while working on technology that truly matters.
Get in touch now for more information.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2025-07-14 10:39:12
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Looking to build software that powers real-world security systems? Join a forward-thinking team developing next-generation radar technology used in over 35 countries for border surveillance, perimeter protection, and critical infrastructure security.
Youll work on everything from embedded radar software to advanced control interfaces, developing new capabilities, improving user experiences, and integrating with third-party surveillance platforms.
This is a great opportunity for a curious and capable software engineer ready to take on exciting technical challenges in a multidisciplinary environment.
What Youll Be Doing:
- Design and develop software across a range of radar systems and interfaces
- Build integrations with third-party surveillance and security platforms
- Enhance system usability and improve user experiences
- Help evolve the teams engineering practices and techniques
What Were Looking For:
- 2+ years experience in software development
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Problem-solver with a creative, analytical mindset
- Comfortable engaging with end users and stakeholders
Itd Be Great If You Also Have Some Of The Following:
- Degree in software, engineering, or a software-focused science field
- C++, Python, or similar programming languages
- Experience with SQL databases, GIS data, or UI/UX best practices
- Familiarity with real-time systems, embedded Linux, or machine learning
- Background in security/defence or command & control software
- Willingness to travel for occasional project work (UK & international)
If you're ready to make a direct impact on cutting-edge surveillance technologies and work alongside a team of expert engineers, wed love to hear from you.
Apply today!
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Type: Permanent Location: Essex,England
Start: 07/07/2025
Salary / Rate: £40000 - £45000 per annum
Posted: 2025-07-07 09:21:10
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Product OwnerLocation: (Hybrid 2-3 days per week in office) with monthly UK travel to other business units.Salary: Competitive
At Citation Group, our product vision is simple but ambitious: to become an essential part of our clients' everyday operations.
We're building a connected ecosystem of software and services that help SMEs run more efficiently, stay compliant, and grow with confidence—all in one place.
Our product portfolio spans HR, Health & Safety, certification, and beyond—supporting day-to-day tasks and long-term business goals alike.
As a Group Product Owner, you'll take full ownership of one or more products that sit at the heart of this vision.
Whether it's improving onboarding flows, surfacing insights, streamlining certification, or unlocking new value through AI, you'll help shape intuitive, high-impact experiences that deliver measurable value for clients and the business.
The role: , Define and deliver product strategy for one or more product areas, ensuring alignment with group objectives and client needs., Own product performance—tracking, analysing and improving key metrics such as adoption, engagement, satisfaction, and commercial contribution., Drive discovery and prioritisation, translating customer insight, business input, and market analysis into actionable product decisions., Shape product roadmaps that deliver both short-term value and long-term differentiation—balancing ambition with feasibility., Work directly with your engineering team, ensuring a well-maintained and clearly prioritised backlog that delivers value early and often., Champion simplicity and usability—ensuring products are intuitive, effective, and enjoyable to use for a range of customer personas., Embed AI tools and automation into both internal product processes and client-facing features to enhance productivity, insight and decision-making., Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Service, Marketing and Data teams to ensure joined-up planning and delivery., Ensure clarity of direction through high-quality briefs, user stories, documentation and communication—guiding development with purpose., Act as the product expert, maintaining a deep understanding of your product's role, performance, and opportunities for growth.
What are we looking for? , Proven experience owning digital products in a tech-enabled or service-oriented environment., A commercially minded product thinker who blends customer empathy with business acumen., Strong strategic capability, combined with hands-on delivery experience., Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills—able to influence at all levels., Comfort working in environments with multiple brands, systems or legacy constraints., Fluency in user-centred design principles, with a sharp eye for UX and simplicity., A pragmatic approach to Agile, focused on outcomes rather than rituals., Awareness of how AI tools (e.g.
generative, predictive, assistive) can be applied to enhance user experience or operational efficiency.
Here's a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:, 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We're talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home.
Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays., Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn't just another day on the calendar; it's YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU., Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we've got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness., Growing Families: We're all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents.
Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family., Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority.
That's why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best., Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!, Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.
Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!
Hit Apply now to forward your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Stoke-on-Trent, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-07-04 14:11:24
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Product OwnerLocation: (Hybrid 2-3 days per week in office) with monthly UK travel to other business units.Salary: Competitive
At Citation Group, our product vision is simple but ambitious: to become an essential part of our clients' everyday operations.
We're building a connected ecosystem of software and services that help SMEs run more efficiently, stay compliant, and grow with confidence—all in one place.
Our product portfolio spans HR, Health & Safety, certification, and beyond—supporting day-to-day tasks and long-term business goals alike.
As a Group Product Owner, you'll take full ownership of one or more products that sit at the heart of this vision.
Whether it's improving onboarding flows, surfacing insights, streamlining certification, or unlocking new value through AI, you'll help shape intuitive, high-impact experiences that deliver measurable value for clients and the business.
The role: , Define and deliver product strategy for one or more product areas, ensuring alignment with group objectives and client needs., Own product performance—tracking, analysing and improving key metrics such as adoption, engagement, satisfaction, and commercial contribution., Drive discovery and prioritisation, translating customer insight, business input, and market analysis into actionable product decisions., Shape product roadmaps that deliver both short-term value and long-term differentiation—balancing ambition with feasibility., Work directly with your engineering team, ensuring a well-maintained and clearly prioritised backlog that delivers value early and often., Champion simplicity and usability—ensuring products are intuitive, effective, and enjoyable to use for a range of customer personas., Embed AI tools and automation into both internal product processes and client-facing features to enhance productivity, insight and decision-making., Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Service, Marketing and Data teams to ensure joined-up planning and delivery., Ensure clarity of direction through high-quality briefs, user stories, documentation and communication—guiding development with purpose., Act as the product expert, maintaining a deep understanding of your product's role, performance, and opportunities for growth.
What are we looking for? , Proven experience owning digital products in a tech-enabled or service-oriented environment., A commercially minded product thinker who blends customer empathy with business acumen., Strong strategic capability, combined with hands-on delivery experience., Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills—able to influence at all levels., Comfort working in environments with multiple brands, systems or legacy constraints., Fluency in user-centred design principles, with a sharp eye for UX and simplicity., A pragmatic approach to Agile, focused on outcomes rather than rituals., Awareness of how AI tools (e.g.
generative, predictive, assistive) can be applied to enhance user experience or operational efficiency.
Here's a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:, 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We're talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home.
Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays., Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn't just another day on the calendar; it's YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU., Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we've got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness., Growing Families: We're all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents.
Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family., Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority.
That's why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best., Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!, Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.
Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!
Hit Apply now to forward your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Warrington, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-07-04 14:09:47
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Product OwnerLocation: (Hybrid 2-3 days per week in office) with monthly UK travel to other business units.Salary: Competitive
At Citation Group, our product vision is simple but ambitious: to become an essential part of our clients' everyday operations.
We're building a connected ecosystem of software and services that help SMEs run more efficiently, stay compliant, and grow with confidence—all in one place.
Our product portfolio spans HR, Health & Safety, certification, and beyond—supporting day-to-day tasks and long-term business goals alike.
As a Group Product Owner, you'll take full ownership of one or more products that sit at the heart of this vision.
Whether it's improving onboarding flows, surfacing insights, streamlining certification, or unlocking new value through AI, you'll help shape intuitive, high-impact experiences that deliver measurable value for clients and the business.
The role: , Define and deliver product strategy for one or more product areas, ensuring alignment with group objectives and client needs., Own product performance—tracking, analysing and improving key metrics such as adoption, engagement, satisfaction, and commercial contribution., Drive discovery and prioritisation, translating customer insight, business input, and market analysis into actionable product decisions., Shape product roadmaps that deliver both short-term value and long-term differentiation—balancing ambition with feasibility., Work directly with your engineering team, ensuring a well-maintained and clearly prioritised backlog that delivers value early and often., Champion simplicity and usability—ensuring products are intuitive, effective, and enjoyable to use for a range of customer personas., Embed AI tools and automation into both internal product processes and client-facing features to enhance productivity, insight and decision-making., Collaborate cross-functionally with Commercial, Service, Marketing and Data teams to ensure joined-up planning and delivery., Ensure clarity of direction through high-quality briefs, user stories, documentation and communication—guiding development with purpose., Act as the product expert, maintaining a deep understanding of your product's role, performance, and opportunities for growth.
What are we looking for? , Proven experience owning digital products in a tech-enabled or service-oriented environment., A commercially minded product thinker who blends customer empathy with business acumen., Strong strategic capability, combined with hands-on delivery experience., Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills—able to influence at all levels., Comfort working in environments with multiple brands, systems or legacy constraints., Fluency in user-centred design principles, with a sharp eye for UX and simplicity., A pragmatic approach to Agile, focused on outcomes rather than rituals., Awareness of how AI tools (e.g.
generative, predictive, assistive) can be applied to enhance user experience or operational efficiency.
Here's a taste of the perks we roll out for our extraordinary team members:, 25 Days of Holiday + Bank: We're talking sun-soaked beaches, snow-capped mountains, or simply your favourite cosy spot at home.
Take your well-deserved break with 25 days of holiday, plus those cherished bank holidays., Birthday Bliss: Your birthday isn't just another day on the calendar; it's YOUR day! Enjoy it in style with a day off, because at Citation, we believe in celebrating YOU., Post-Wedding Bliss: Newlyweds, we've got something special for you too! Extra weeks of holiday to bask in the glow of post-wedding happiness., Growing Families: We're all about supporting our Citation family, and that includes expectant parents.
Vouchers and special perks await to celebrate the newest addition to your family., Healthcare cash plan: Your well-being is our priority.
That's why we offer private healthcare to ensure your peace of mind and keep you feeling your best., Pawternity Leave: Welcoming a new furry friend? Enjoy a day off on us to give your new cat or dog the ultimate welcome home experience!, Community Days: Looking to give back? Take a day off to volunteer and make a positive impact in your community or support your favourite charities.
Join us at Citation, where success comes with unbeatable perks and a culture that truly celebrates your achievements!
Hit Apply now to forward your CV. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wilmslow, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2025-07-04 14:05:36
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Senior Human Factors Engineer - Medical Technology
Medical Technology + Design + Usability
Newton Colmore is working with a medical devices company in Cambridgeshire and we are helping them find their next human factors expert.
This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care by designing and optimising handheld medical devices that patients use in their daily lives.
Working at the intersection of engineering, psychology, and healthcare, you'll be responsible for ensuring medical devices are not only clinically effective but also intuitive, safe, and accessible for diverse patient populations.
Key Responsibilities;
Lead human factors engineering activities throughout the product development lifecycle for handheld medical devices
Design and conduct usability studies, risk assessments, and human factors validation testing
Collaborate with clinical teams, product managers, and engineering teams to translate user needs into device requirements
Develop user interface designs that prioritize patient safety, usability, and accessibility
Ensure compliance with relevant medical device regulations (FDA, CE marking, ISO standards)
The things that we are looking for;
A good amount of experience in human factors engineering, preferably in medical devices or healthcare technology
Strong understanding of human factors principles and methodologies
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Factors Engineering, Psychology, Biomedical Engineering, or related field
Experience with medical device regulatory requirements (FDA 510(k), CE marking processes)
Proficiency in usability testing methods, statistical analysis, and user research techniques
Knowledge of accessibility standards and designing for diverse user populations
Excellent communication skills and ability to present findings to cross-functional teams
Experience with design tools and prototyping methods
What the company is offering;
Opportunity to directly impact patient outcomes through innovative medical technology
Collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment that has been nurtured to create a free-thinking and innovative space for designers and inventors.
Professional development and training opportunities - the company have a strong track record of retention and progression.
Bonus scheme based on company performance.
Next Steps
This is a confidential search being conducted on behalf of our client.
For a discrete, confidential discussion about this exceptional opportunity, please contact on the below details or simply make an application:
Matt Lowdon Founder - Newton Colmore 0121 268 2240 / hello @ newtoncolmore .
com
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Due to the confidential nature of this search, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with full company details.
We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.
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Type: Permanent Location: Cambridge, England
Salary / Rate: Tailored package + bonus
Posted: 2025-07-03 10:24:39
