AI for Science Program Lead — Fusion & HPC

U.S. Fusion Energy; Princeton (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 261,000; Full time

Job summary

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks a Computational Scientist in AI for Science (AI4Science) to establish and lead a long-term AI/ML program aligned with DOE goals. The role emphasizes foundational AI/ML research and application-oriented topics relevant to fusion and computational science.

Responsibilities include building partnerships with universities and national labs, recruiting researchers, securing funding, and publishing innovative results.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, or a related field with core training in AI/ML.
• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in an academic, scientific, or R&D environment.
• Proven track record of publishing original results in peer-reviewed journals.
• Demonstrated scientific leadership and collaboration experience.

Responsibilities

• Delivering on AI research projects (50%).
• Defined research (30%).
• Writing proposals to build critical mass (20%).

Skills

AI/ML leadership

Research program development

Academic collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Computer Science / Mathematics / Applied Mathematics

Job description

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks a Computational Scientist in AI for Science (AI4Science) to establish and lead a long-term AI/ML program aligned with DOE goals. The role emphasizes foundational AI/ML research and application-oriented topics relevant to fusion and computational science.

Responsibilities include building partnerships with universities and national labs, recruiting researchers, securing funding, and publishing innovative results.