Experimental Plasma Physics - Postdoctoral Researcher
Core
Design, construct, calibrate, operate, and interpret advanced infrared diagnostics for edge plasma physics and plasma-surface interaction studies in magnetic fusion devices.
Role type
Postdoctoral Researcher (Experimental Plasma Physics)
Builds
Infrared diagnostic systems for the SPARC tokamak and in-vessel material characterization tools.
Domain
Nuclear Fusion / Magnetic Confinement Fusion
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
diagnostic design and implementation, experimental measurements in plasma devices, data analysis (Python, IDL), infrared camera and optics expertise, peer-reviewed publication record, independent research execution
Preferred skills
edge plasma physics knowledge, spectroscopic diagnostic techniques, imaging diagnostics experience
Technologies
Python, IDL, infrared cameras, optics
Responsibilities
Design and construct edge plasma diagnostics; operate characterization tools in laboratory and tokamak environments; analyze data to validate theoretical models; document and publish research results; present findings at conferences and seminars.
Seniority
Postdoctoral (PhD required)