Associate Research Scientist, Magnetically Confined Plasma

U.S. Fusion Energy; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 79,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for Associate Research Scientist positions in magnetically confined plasma research, with up to 3 openings. The role involves advancing research, supporting the Columbia Fusion Research Center, and potentially working with tokamak facilities in public and international contexts.

Relocation to the New York City area is expected. Candidates should have a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in plasma physics or a related field.
• Experience with Python, Matlab, IDL, FORTRAN and UNIX/Linux.
• Familiarity with magnetically confined plasma computational modeling tools.
• Experience mentoring junior scientists or students.
• Publications and conference presentations in the field.

Responsibilities

• Mentor junior scientists, post-docs, and students.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research in magnetically confined plasmas.
• Contribute to Columbia Fusion Research Center programs and awards.
• Communicate results effectively in writing and presentations.

Skills

Python

Matlab

IDL

FORTRAN

UNIX/Linux

Mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in plasma physics or related field

Tools

Plasma modeling tools

Job description

Columbia University in the City of New York invites applications for Associate Research Scientist positions in magnetically confined plasma research, with up to 3 openings. The role involves advancing research, supporting the Columbia Fusion Research Center, and potentially working with tokamak facilities in public and international contexts.

Relocation to the New York City area is expected. Candidates should have a Ph.D.