Associate Research Physicist - Strategic Science Initiative (SSI)

Physics Overview

The successful candidate will lead the development, calibration, operation, and data analysis of the X-ray Imaging Crystal Spectrometer (XICS) on the JT-60SA tokamak. This diagnostic will be used to study particle, thermal, and momentum transport in advanced plasma scenarios.

Responsibilities

• Lead XICS implementation and maintenance on JT-60SA
• Perform day-to-day calibration, operation, and 3D X-ray tomographic data analysis
• Develop and maintain data analysis codes for diagnostic interpretation
• Participate in experiments and collaborate with European/Japanese researchers
• Supervise Ph.D. students or postdocs, and disseminate results through publications and conferences

Qualifications

• Required: Ph.D. in plasma physics, fusion science, atomic physics, or related field
• Strong experimental experience on fusion devices
• Expertise in tokamak diagnostics, X-ray measurements, and core plasma physics
• Preferred: Proficiency in modern X-ray tomographic programming techniques
• Research experience in thermal, impurity, and momentum transport, MHD equilibrium, beam/RF heating and current drive
• Knowledge of Japanese is a plus but not required

Additional Information

• Weekly Hours: 40
• Probationary Period: 180 days