Postdoctoral Associate

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Visa sponsorship available

Job summary

Top 2 Percent Scientists is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to work on advanced plasma diagnostic systems at MIT, primarily focusing on plasma reflectometry and millimeter-wave technologies.

The candidate will design, test, and operate systems, collaborating with teams at MIT and partner institutions. A Ph.D. in a relevant field and strong analytical and experimental skills are required. The position is one year, renewable based on performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field is required.
• Strong experimental, analytical, and programming skills are necessary.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented research environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and operate millimeter‑wave and reflectometry systems for plasma measurements.
• Develop data acquisition and analysis tools.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams at MIT and partner institutions.

Skills

Experimental skills

Analytical skills

Programming skills

Knowledge of fusion‑grade plasma physics

Education

Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field

Tools

Microwave systems

Millimeter-wave systems

RF electronics

Job description

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $71,000 – $90,000 per year

Posted: 11/26/2025

Location: MIT, Cambridge, MA

Department: Plasma Science and Fusion Center, VP Research

Position Overview

MIT’s Plasma Science and Fusion Center seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to work on advanced plasma diagnostic systems for magnetic fusion experiments, with a focus on plasma reflectometry and millimeter‑wave technologies. This includes systems for the SPARC tokamak.

Responsibilities

• Design, test, and operate millimeter‑wave and reflectometry systems for plasma measurements
• Develop data acquisition and analysis tools
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams at MIT and partner institutions
• Contribute to publications and conference presentations

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, or related field
• Knowledge of fusion‑grade plasma physics
• Strong experimental, analytical, and programming skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team‑oriented research environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands‑on experience with microwave or millimeter‑wave systems
• Experience with RF electronics or plasma diagnostics

Additional Information

• One‑year position, renewable based on performance and funding

Compensation & Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available

MIT provides equal consideration to all qualified applicants without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability.