Research Assistant - Magnet Design & Quench Analytics

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University’s NHMFL invites a Research Assistant in the Magnet Science and Technology division in Tallahassee to design and analyze next-generation high-field magnet systems. The role emphasizes both numerical analysis and instrumentation, with emphasis on quench detection and safe energy discharge.

The incumbent will perform simulations and testing, document findings, and present at conferences.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in engineering, physics, or related field; or equivalent in experience.
• Experience or strong background in magnet design and analysis is desirable.
• Ability to develop hardware/software for quench detection and safe energy discharge.

Responsibilities

• Develop systems (hardware and software) to detect quench and discharge stored energy safely.
• Perform electromagnetic, structural, and thermal analyses of high-field magnet systems.
• Carry out numerical simulations using COMSOL, ANSYS, Vector Fields, Fortran, Matlab, and C++.
• Present results at international conferences and publish in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Lead development of next‑generation high-field magnet systems.
• Prepare reports and technical papers.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Education

Master's degree in engineering or physics

Tools

LabVIEW

COMSOL

ANSYS

Vector Fields

Fortran

Matlab

C++

Job description

Florida State University’s NHMFL invites a Research Assistant in the Magnet Science and Technology division in Tallahassee to design and analyze next-generation high-field magnet systems. The role emphasizes both numerical analysis and instrumentation, with emphasis on quench detection and safe energy discharge.

The incumbent will perform simulations and testing, document findings, and present at conferences.