Physiologist Graduate

Job description

Job Title: Physiologist Graduate

Job Location: Farnborough

Job Type: Permanent, Fulltime

Salary: £33,750

Job ID: 20016

At QinetiQ we are creating an inclusive workplace that embraces differences to strengthen our team. A place to connect, share experiences, and learn from people with varied backgrounds at all career stages.

Role PurposeThe Human Performance team is looking for a Physiology or Biomedical Science graduate to contribute to research projects that help understand hazards faced by military personnel and to identify solutions that maximise performance and safety. Projects are largely in the air domain, assessing physiological responses in high altitude aircraft, sustained acceleration in fast jets, and extreme hot/cold conditions. Most work supports defence and security customers.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will answer customer questions by conducting research, testing equipment, and analysing data to provide evidence‐based recommendations.

You will design, run, analyse and report trials, including volunteer participant trials, through documentation and presentations.

Key Accountabilities

Takes responsibility for your actions, performance, and knows when to seek help or Escalate issues.

Delivers high-quality outputs within agreed timelines.

Carries out routine tasks with minimal support following relevant training.

Key Capabilities & Knowledge

Works collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, communicating and applying knowledge effectively.

Manages multiple simultaneous tasks.

Writes clearly and tailors information to diverse audiences.

Aware of health & safety issues in research environments and willing to raise concerns.

Aware of research ethics and the importance of ethical reviews.

Academic Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Aviation Physiology, Human Physiology, Sports Science, Biomedical Science, or equivalent.

Additional Skills and Experience

Human experimental design

Physiological data collection

Statistics

Coding applied to data analysis

Anthropometry

Human Factors

Have an enquiring mind and be willing to learn quickly.

Hold a driving licence, as trials may be conducted at various UK locations.

Benefits

On‐demand learning, access to courses, modules, and lectures via digital learning platforms.

Coaching and mentoring.

25 days annual holiday excluding bank holidays.

Matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance.

Flexible benefits package.

Employee discount portal.

Employee Assistance Programme.

Employee‐led networks.

SecurityApplicants must be eligible for SC clearance.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Farnborough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English