Associate Research Scientist - X-ray Diagnostic on the WEST Tokamak
Responsibilities
In addition to leading the implementation of the multi-energy x-ray cameras, the successful candidate will be responsible for their calibration, operation, and data analysis. The candidate will actively participate in the WEST research program, including proposing and executing experiments as well as contributing to experiments led by other members of the WEST team. The role involves primary responsibility for the development of the data analysis codes required to interpret diagnostic results. The candidate may also work with one or more Ph.D. students or postdoctoral researchers to accomplish these goals. It is expected that the candidate will publish the results of their work in refereed journals and present them at major international conferences.
Qualifications
- Hold a Ph.D. in plasma physics, fusion science, atomic physics or a closely related field.
- Preference will be given to candidates with experimental experience on fusion devices and demonstrated expertise in tokamak diagnostics, x-ray measurements and plasma and core fusion physics.
- Experience in data analysis and proficiency in modern x-ray tomographic programming techniques are highly desirable.
- Areas of interest for development using the multi-energy SXR and HXR diagnostic suite include thermal and impurity transport, MHD equilibrium, RF heating and current drive, runaway electron physics, and the study of thermal and current quenches.
- While not required, proficiency in French is desirable and may facilitate day-to-day interactions on site.