Lead Laser Scientist
Core
Lead Laser Scientist responsible for building, operating, and stabilizing high-power laser fusion systems and subsystems.
Role type
Lead IC laser scientist (fusion energy)
Builds
High-power laser fusion systems and subsystems for clean energy generation
Domain
Fusion energy + ultrafast laser physics
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
ultrafast-laser sources expertise, optical alignment, laser operation, laboratory troubleshooting, optical frequency combs, high-finesse optical cavities, locking electronics, feedback/servo loops, Python programming, data analysis
Preferred skills
none stated
Technologies
diode-pumped solid-state lasers, short-pulse lasers, fiber lasers, amplifiers, frequency combs, locking electronics
Responsibilities
Build, operate and stabilize the frequency-comb front end; Build, stabilize and characterize cavities; Carry out hands-on lab work including alignment, troubleshooting, measurement and optimization; Integrate subsystems with amplification and synthesis technologies; Utilize laser diagnostic and nonlinear techniques to measure and analyze ultrafast pulses; Document experimental procedures and results; Contribute to continuous improvement of laser systems and workflows; Contribute to laser-operation procedures and safety protocols
Seniority
Lead, hands-on IC with team collaboration