Computational Plasma Scientist for Tokamak Modelling

Fusion Energy Base; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Corporate bonus

Pension scheme 21.5%

25 days leave + 2.5 days privilege

Bank holidays 8

Site closure 3 days

Flexible working

ED&I commitment

Job summary

UKAEA in Culham, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Computational Scientist to develop cutting-edge simulation tools for tokamak plasma modelling. The role involves high-performance computing, software engineering, and collaboration with the plasma division to validate tools against experiments.

You will contribute to the Hermes-3 edge code and work with state-of-the-art systems such as SUNRISE. Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent experience in a scientific/engineering field, strong programming

Qualifications

• Degree or PhD in a scientific/engineering field with research experience.
• Demonstrated ability to develop maintainable code with modern languages.
• Experience in numerical methods for simulation of physical systems is desirable.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Ability to mentor others and work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Apply computational and numerical methods to plasma modelling and develop robust, maintainable software.
• Collaborate with domain specialists to deploy models for research and development.
• Validate tools against experiments and assist with interpretation and design.
• Communicate results through reports and presentations.
• Lead or supervise junior colleagues or doctoral students where appropriate.

Skills

C++

Fortran

Python

Julia

Software engineering practices

High-performance computing

Communication skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent experience

Experience in academic/industrial research

Tools

Hermes-3 edge code

Job description

UKAEA in Culham, Oxfordshire, is seeking a Computational Scientist to develop cutting-edge simulation tools for tokamak plasma modelling. The role involves high-performance computing, software engineering, and collaboration with the plasma division to validate tools against experiments.

You will contribute to the Hermes-3 edge code and work with state-of-the-art systems such as SUNRISE. Applicants should have a PhD or equivalent experience in a scientific/engineering field, strong programming