Associate Research Scientist - X-ray Imaging Crystal Spectrometer (XICS)

Responsibilities

In addition to leading the implementation of the XICS on JT-60SA, the successful candidate will be responsible for its day-to-day calibration, operation, and data analysis using core Doppler “3D” x-ray tomography. The candidate will actively participate in the JT-60SA research program, including proposing, executing, and contributing to experiments led by European and Japanese team members. The role involves primary responsibility for the development of the data analysis codes required to interpret diagnostic results. The candidate may collaborate with Ph.D. students or other postdoctoral researchers to achieve 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 XICS diagnostic suite include thermal, impurity, and momentum transport, MHD equilibrium, as well as beam and RF heating and current drive.
• While not required, proficiency in Japanese is desirable and may facilitate day-to-day interactions on site.