Postdoctoral Associate – Experimental Plasma Physics

The Plasma Science and Fusion Center is seeking a postdoctoral associate to work in the area of experimental plasma physics and fusion energy research. The research focuses on the area of turbulence and transport, via the development of turbulence diagnostics: correlation ECE radiometry and fluctuation reflectometry. The successful candidate will design and lead experiments on AUG at with an emphasis on the interaction of turbulence with fast-ions, sawteeth, and MHD. They participate in validation and integrated modeling efforts in the AUG program. The successful will also be expected to make original research contributions to the AUG program, produce work for publication, support the AUG team, and present work at scientific conferences.

Qualifications:

• Candidates should have general knowledge of fusion-grade plasma physics with a a Ph.D. (or its equivalent) in plasma physics or closely related science and engineering discipline at the time of appointment.
• Experience working with fusion plasma diagnostics (development, operation, and data analysis) is required.
• Experience with fast-ion physics measurements or fluctuation measurements, such as BES, CECE, fluctuation reflectometry, GPI, or other similar measurements in tokamaks and stellarators is highly desired.
• Experience and fast-ion physics modeling & simulation, or, turbulence simulation and/or transport modeling is desired.
• Must display outstanding scientific research ability, excellent communication skills, and the willingness to work in a large team alongside undergraduate and graduate students and project scientists.

Other important information

• Application material should include a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information of three references.  This material should be submitted as a single PDF in the resume field of the application.
• This position will be full-time at the Institute for Plasma Physics (IPP) in Garching, Germany.
• This is a one-year position with the possibility of renewal depending on satisfactory performance and continued funding.
•  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
• Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.
• More information regarding postdoctoral associate positions at MIT is found at http://web.mit.edu/mitpostdocs/funding.html and http://web.mit.edu/mitpostdocs/toolkit/.