Associate Computational Plasma Scientist — HPC & AI

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL); Princeton (NJ); Presencial; USD 96.000 - 153.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is seeking an Associate Computational Scientist to advance modeling of low-temperature plasmas, leveraging HPC, ML, and surrogate models. The role centers on developing and maintaining the LTP-PIC software and accelerating simulations on modern architectures.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in a related field, possess strong HPC experience, and have a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.

Formación

• Ph.D. in Physics, Engineering or related field with core training in low-temperature plasma physics and HPC.
• Minimum 3 years of professional experience in an academic, scientific, or R&D environment.
• Proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• Proven track record of developing high-performance codes.
• Collaborative experience with academia and industry.

Responsabilidades

• Maintain and develop the LTP-PIC software.
• Lead AI projects for low-temperature plasmas.
• Model low-pressure discharges for industry partners.
• Publish results and present at international conferences.

Conocimientos

HPC

Machine learning for science

Python programming

OpenMP/OpenACC

MPI

Scientific collaboration

Educación

PhD in Physics/Engineering or related field

Herramientas

LTP-PIC

Python

NumPy

PyTorch

Descripción del empleo

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is seeking an Associate Computational Scientist to advance modeling of low-temperature plasmas, leveraging HPC, ML, and surrogate models. The role centers on developing and maintaining the LTP-PIC software and accelerating simulations on modern architectures.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in a related field, possess strong HPC experience, and have a track record of peer‑reviewed publications.