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Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory Associate Research Scientist - Strategic Science Initiatives Fellowship in Princeton, New Jersey
Overview
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks exceptional postdoctoral (post-doc) researchers - Associate Research Scientists - with demonstrated leadership potential to play a major role in opening new research direction(s) for PPPL. This postdoctoral research opportunity offers early-career science, technology, engineering, computation, applied mathematics, materials, and sustainability professionals the opportunity to conduct impactful research at a world-leading research institution. In their job application cover letter, the successful candidate will propose a succinct research plan of up to two pages of content (plus references) spanning two to three years in duration that encompasses one or more topics supporting the scientific and research diversification goals of PPPL, including but not limited to:
Fusion Science and Technology
Understanding spherical torus plasma regimes for reduced-cost fusion
Advancing optimized stellarators and exploiting 3D-fields to improve tokamaks
Developing liquid metal walls to handle high heat fluxes and potentially increase energy confinement
Developing validated physics and engineering models for ITER and next-steps including Pilot Plants exploiting machine learning, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing
Developing innovative diagnostics, technologies, and engineering for next-step devices
Developing superconducting magnet technologies for reduced-cost fusion devices
Optimizing plasma edge composition to improve fusion performance
Evaluating technologies supporting tritium management and proliferation resistance
Discovery Plasma Science
Understanding fundamental plasma processes: magnetic reconnection, shocks, instabilities and turbulence, and dynamos
Advancing multi-messenger astronomy via simulation tools for highly relativistic plasmas
Developing and testing emergent techniques and methods in plasma propulsion
Increasing understanding of high-energy-density (HED) plasma processes including processes relevant to magnetized HED phenomena and Inertial Fusion Energy
Applied Materials and Sustainability Sciences
Advancing plasma processing science for future microelectronics
Using machine learning for accelerating material discoveries and plasma reactor control
Using high performance computing and advanced numerical schemes for accelerating low temperature plasma simulations
Advancing synthesis and nanofabrication for microelectronics and quantum materials and devices
Understanding the science of electrochemical, pulsed electrical heating, and plasma-assisted catalysis and synthesis
Understanding the microphysics of aerosols mimicking stratospheric conditions
The successful candidate will work with researchers at PPPL and may also propose to join one or more of the wide range of domestic and international scientific collaborations PPPL scientists participate in. The successful fellow will also lead, publish, present, and disseminate innovative and impactful research results relevant to the scientific and research diversification goals of PPPL. Fellowship awards are subject to the availability of a project mentor, so applicants are encouraged to develop project ideas as early as possible with PPPL research experts.
To ensure consideration for the fellowship, applications should be submitted no later than January 13, 2025. Deadline exceptions may be possible; please reach out to careers@pppl.gov to discuss individual situations.
Fellowship awardees should ideally be able to start the fellowship position no later than September 2025.
Responsibilities
Core Duties
Lead, publish, present, and disseminate innovative and impactful research results relevant to the PPPL scientific and research diversification goals of PPPL.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
D. conferred within five years at the time of application or completion of Ph.D. requirements by commencement of appointment in plasma physics, fusion science, engineering (e.g., nuclear, mechanical, electrical, materials, chemical, systems), computer science (e.g., advanced computing and AI for Science), physical chemistry, applied mathematics, or a related field.
Experience in topical area(s) aligning with PPPL’s mission and scientific and research diversification goals.
Evidence of academic achievement with potential for scientific and strategic leadership.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated technical and scientific excellence, strong communication and presentation skills, skills to help advance a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, ability to work effectively in a team environment, leadership potential, and strategic thinking and planning skills.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://rrr.princeton.edu/eop) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. KNOW YOUR RIGHTS (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf)
Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.
Standard Weekly Hours
40.00
Eligible for Overtime
No
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Probationary Period
180 days
Essential Services Personnel (see policy for detail)
No
Physical Capacity Exam Required
No
Valid Driver's License Required
No
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Requisition #2024-19811
Date Posted2 weeks ago(9/19/2024 10:34 AM)
Department PPPL Office of the Director
Category Research and Laboratory
Job Type Full-Time