Senior Scientist - Fusion Plasmas & Diagnostics

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Singapore is seeking candidates for its Future Energy Acceleration & Translation (FEAT) Programme focusing on fusion energy. Successful applicants will have a PhD in Physics or Plasma Physics, deep knowledge in microwave plasma diagnostics or computational plasma physics, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This role involves contributing to research, publishing papers, and supporting fusion collaborations. Competitive compensation and opportunities for travel are offered.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge in microwave plasma diagnostics, theoretical plasma physics, or computational plasma physics.
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in magnetic confinement fusion.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or Julia.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to research in magnetic confinement fusion.
• Publish peer-reviewed papers.
• Support local and international collaborators in fusion research.
• Write grants and develop research direction.
• Supervise students and interns (optional).

Skills

Microwave plasma diagnostics

Theoretical plasma physics

Computational plasma physics

Programming in Python

Programming in C/C++

Programming in Julia

Interpersonal skills

Education

PhD in Physics or Plasma Physics

Job description

A leading research institution in Singapore is seeking candidates for its Future Energy Acceleration & Translation (FEAT) Programme focusing on fusion energy. Successful applicants will have a PhD in Physics or Plasma Physics, deep knowledge in microwave plasma diagnostics or computational plasma physics, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This role involves contributing to research, publishing papers, and supporting fusion collaborations. Competitive compensation and opportunities for travel are offered.