Post Doctoral Fellow - RISE Hub - Optics and optical materials
Core
Independent post-doctoral researcher developing optical diagnostics and metrology for multilayer dielectric coatings used in inertial fusion drivers.
Role type
Post-doctoral Fellow (Research Scientist)
Builds
High-power laser systems and optical enhancement cavities for inertial fusion energy
Domain
Inertial fusion energy / High-power laser physics / Optical materials
Deliverable
production ML models | research
Required skills
optical metrology, laser physics, experimental design, data analysis, scientific writing
Preferred skills
optical diagnostic instrumentation, laser-materials interactions, programming, AI/ML tools
Responsibilities
Plan and implement experiments to identify modifications in optical properties of interference coatings under intense illumination; Design and test dielectric coatings with superior lifetime; Collaborate with industry participants and group members; Write project reports and proposals for funding
Seniority
Post-doctoral Fellow, independent researcher with mentorship of students