Computational Plasma Physicist for Fusion

Physics World; Richmond; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fusion energy company in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Computational Plasma Physicist to develop commercial fusion power. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and significant research experience in plasma physics. Responsibilities include conceiving research projects and collaborating with universities. The company offers flexible hours, generous vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package, all in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Four weeks’ vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

RRSP Contribution

Support for professional development

Great company culture

Qualifications

• 6 years of research experience in fusion plasma physics.
• Familiarity with toroidal plasmas and software engineering processes.
• Experience with implementing parallel algorithms.

Responsibilities

• Conceive and deliver research projects for General Fusion's technology.
• Respond to engineering challenges and collaborate with external researchers.
• Publish peer-reviewed computational plasma physics publications.

Skills

Fluency in fundamental plasma physics theory

Experience in implementing numerical algorithms for PDEs

Scientific computing (including Python)

Demonstrated scientific writing ability

Experience in international collaborative scientific research

Education

Ph.D. in Physics or adjacent field

Tools

Compiled programming languages

Job description

A leading fusion energy company in Richmond, BC, is seeking a Computational Plasma Physicist to develop commercial fusion power. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. and significant research experience in plasma physics. Responsibilities include conceiving research projects and collaborating with universities. The company offers flexible hours, generous vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package, all in a dynamic work environment.