Plasma Materials Scientist — Fusion Device R&D (Equity)

Hitachi Ventures GmbH; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range $100,000-$160,000

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee equity stock options

20 days PTO

Job summary

A pioneering energy technology firm in Kearny, NJ, is seeking a highly motivated Plasma-Materials Scientist to develop and evaluate plasma-facing materials critical to the advancement of fusion energy technology. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in plasma-surface interactions and experience with various diagnostic tools. This role offers opportunities for independent project management and collaboration with an innovative team focused on achieving sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in materials science, engineering, applied plasma physics, chemistry, or a related field.
• Knowledge of basic plasma physics.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the construction of plasma devices for evaluating materials.
• Collaborate with facilities for materials characterization.
• Utilize simulation tools for plasma interaction analysis.

Skills

Knowledge of basic plasma physics

Experience with vacuum systems

Ability to work independently and manage projects

Strong attention to detail

Experience with Python

Experience with MATLAB

Experience with FEA tools

Experience with COMSOL

Experience with C++

Experience with Fortran

Education

Master’s degree in materials science or related field

Tools

Electron microscopy

Atomic-scale microscopy

XPS

EDX

Raman spectroscopy

Job description

A pioneering energy technology firm in Kearny, NJ, is seeking a highly motivated Plasma-Materials Scientist to develop and evaluate plasma-facing materials critical to the advancement of fusion energy technology. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in plasma-surface interactions and experience with various diagnostic tools. This role offers opportunities for independent project management and collaboration with an innovative team focused on achieving sustainable energy solutions.