Plasma Physicist

We are seeking an experienced Plasma Physicist with a background in experimental or computational core plasma physics, including turbulence transport of the tokamak core plasma, and pedestal stability and transport. The successful candidate will contribute to the analysis of the plasma core transport and pedestal stability of our ST40 high field spherical tokamak; experimental characterization of edge instabilities and L-H transition thresholds; integrated scenario modelling of ST40 and next step devices; and the development of the physics basis for the spherical tokamaks.  Working individually and as part of team towards deliverables that contribute to operations, projects, and product development, in alignment with company objectives and strategy.

In this role, you will:

• Develop and validate reduced models (including scalings) and computational tools for the core and pedestal plasma of spherical tokamaks
• Develop core-edge integrated modelling tools and/or carry out modelling related to the design of plasma operating scenarios for ST40 and future devices.
• Work with a team of physicists and engineers to experimentally characterize the core and pedestal plasma of our record-breaking ST40 tokamak.
• Work closely with internal and external collaborators.
• Train, mentor and upskill colleagues.

Requirements

• PhD in plasma physics or closely related equivalent experience
• Familiarity with relevant core and pedestal plasma modelling codes (especially reduced models) and free boundary solvers, e.g. TGLF, NEO, TGYRO, EPED, ELITE, GS2, CGYRO, STELLA, IDEALBAL, CHEASE, FreeGS, etc.
• Proficient in modern programming languages (C++ or python preferred).
• Extensive knowledge of the physics of tokamak core plasmas (neoclassical and turbulence transport of conventional and spherical tokamaks etc.)
• Experience working in a research environment or developing novel technologies

Desirable

• Experience in experimental scenario development and/or scenario modelling.
• Experience with integrated modelling frameworks, eg TRANSP, ASTRA, JINTRAC, etc.
• Familiarity with software development best practices.
• Experimental data analysis experience.
• Willingness to develop existing and new collaborations.
• Track record of scientific publications.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and 3 festive days to be used between Christmas and the New Year)
• Company pension scheme
• Eligible for company share option scheme
• Company bonus scheme, discretionary, dependant on performance
• A range of financial benefits including death in service and critical illness cover
• Cycle to work scheme