Senior Plasma Research Physicist

Description

SHINE Technologies is immediately seeking a Senior Plasma Research Physicist to provide scientific and technical direction for the effort to research the feasibility, design, and construction of advanced neutron generation and beam line systems. The Senior Plasma Research Physicist will leverage deep expertise in magnetic confinement plasma physics, magnetic power systems, RF heating, and diagnostics to drive the development of cutting-edge plasma sources for neutron generation and other beam applications.

The base salary range for this position is $80,000/year -$140,000/year plus a comprehensive compensation package. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific duties and responsibilities of the Sr. Plasma Research Physicist include, but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage plasma research projects, including experimental design, execution, data analysis, and reporting. This can include developing and maintaining project timelines and budgets.
• Design, develop, and implement relevant plasma diagnostics for characterizing plasma parameters as needed for neutron production.
• Conduct and analyze experimental investigations of plasma confinement, stability, and heating in magnetic confinement and other configurations. This includes operating and maintaining high vacuum systems, magnetic coils, and other related equipment.
• Develop and apply theoretical models to understand plasma behavior in magnetic confinement systems with particular focus on electron thermal transport, RF heating, and micro-instability mitigation.
• Contribute to the design and optimization of CW RF heating systems for plasma generation and heating within magnetic systems.
• Collaborate with other scientists and engineers within R&D as well as external partners.
• Prepare and present research findings at conferences, workshops and in peer-reviewed publications.
• Mentor and guide junior researchers and technicians.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Plasma Physics, Physics, or a closely related engineering field.
• A minimum of 7-10 years of relevant experience in experimental plasma physics research with a demonstrated focus on magnetic confinement. A track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals is expected.
• An in-depth understanding of plasma physics principles, including magnetic confinement, plasma diagnostics, plasma heating and stability.
• Hands-on experience with high-vacuum systems, plasma diagnostics and data acquisition.
• Proficiency in designing and conducting plasma physics experiments.
• Experience with numerical modeling and simulation of plasmas is desirable.
• Familiarity of RF plasma heating systems.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.

Eligibility for employment is conditioned on the applicant’s ability to qualify for access to information subject to U.S. Export Controls. Additionally, applicant’s eligibility may be conditioned based upon meeting the Nuclear Regulatory Commission requirements for access to Safeguards Information, which typically requires a pre-employment drug screen, fingerprinting and criminal background check.

SHINE values diversity in all its forms as a critical component of innovation, which is fundamental to our success. Every member of the SHINE community benefits from the talents and experiences of our peers, from the mutual respect we exercise, and from the responsibility we take for our actions.

SHINE Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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