Senior Fusion Plasma Theory Scientist & Modeling Lead

General Atomics; San Diego (CA); Vor Ort; USD 131.000 - 228.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Relocation assistance

Zusammenfassung

General Atomics in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Senior Scientist to advance fusion plasma theory and computational models for next-gen fusion power plants. You will work across tokamak and stellarator concepts, develop theory-based codes, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of theorists, computational scientists, and experimentalists.

The role requires a PhD in plasma physics or related field, a strong publication record, and proven leadership experience.

Qualifikationen

• PhD in plasma physics or related discipline with peer-reviewed publications.
• Strong background in plasma theory and applied mathematics.
• Proven ability to lead projects and guide staff.
• Experience across tokamak and stellarator concepts.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Aufgaben

• Develops and applies fusion plasma theory for design of fusion power plants.
• Designs and maintains theory-based codes and models.
• Collaborates with theorists, computational scientists, and experimentalists.
• Publishes results and presents at conferences.
• Contributes to research proposals and funding opportunities.

Kenntnisse

Plasma theory

Applied mathematics

Scientific computing

Team collaboration

Communication

Ausbildung

PhD in plasma physics or related field

Advanced degree in physics or engineering

Jobbeschreibung

General Atomics in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Senior Scientist to advance fusion plasma theory and computational models for next-gen fusion power plants. You will work across tokamak and stellarator concepts, develop theory-based codes, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of theorists, computational scientists, and experimentalists.

The role requires a PhD in plasma physics or related field, a strong publication record, and proven leadership experience.