Scientist/Senior Scientist
Core
Develop and apply atomistic and multiscale simulations to model plasma–material interactions, investigating sputtering, erosion, and surface damage for fusion energy applications.
Role type
Research Scientist (Computational Materials Science / Fusion Physics)
Builds
Multiscale and multiphysics simulation capabilities and reduced-order/surrogate models for plasma-facing components
Domain
Fusion energy, Plasma Physics, Computational Materials Science
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Molecular dynamics (MD), Monte Carlo methods, Multiscale simulation, Scientific programming (Python, C/C++, Julia), Data analysis and management, Surface and radiation-driven phenomena knowledge
Preferred skills
Machine-learning interatomic potentials, High-performance computing (HPC) with GPU acceleration, Fusion science background, Transport simulations
Technologies
Python, C/C++, Julia, Molecular Dynamics, Monte Carlo, HPC
Responsibilities
Develop MD and complementary modelling approaches for fusion-relevant conditions; Contribute to multiscale and multiphysics simulation capabilities; Develop reduced-order or surrogate models; Analyse, manage, and curate simulation data; Interpret results regarding sputtering, erosion, and surface damage; Collaborate on modelling studies and validate against experimental data; Publish research findings and contribute to proposals
