Plasma Physicist

4 weeks ago

Abingdon, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Tokamak Energy Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled plasma physicist to join our Plasma Operations Group (POG) at Tokamak Energy. The successful candidate will contribute to operating our devices, developing operating scenarios, and developing our Plasma Control System (PCS).

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead sessions of plasma operations on ST40 and future devices.
  • Participate in planning, running, and analysis of experiments.
  • Develop modelling tools and/or carry out modelling related to operating scenarios and plasma control of both ST40 and future devices.
  • Develop, test, maintain, and operate ST40 Pulse Scheduling System (PSS) and Plasma Control System (PCS).
  • Contribute to development of advanced plasma control solutions and PCS for commercial fusion reactors.
  • Work closely with internal and external collaborators.

Requirements:

  • Higher degree in plasma physics, plasma control, control engineering, or closely related equivalent experience.
  • Experience in magnetic fusion devices, operating them, and analysing their data.
  • Experience in modelling of fusion plasmas.
  • Highly motivated to deliver against challenging objectives in a compressed timescale.
  • Ability to contribute effectively in a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, engineers and technicians.
  • Outstanding problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink.
  • Ability to work efficiently on one's own initiative.

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

Tokamak Energy is a leading global commercial fusion energy company based near Oxford, UK. We have an unrivalled track record designing and operating spherical tokamaks; the optimal route to commercial fusion energy. Our dedicated team is focused on becoming the leading supplier of High Temperature Superconductor (HTS) magnets to multiple markets.

We are committed to providing a solution to one of humanity's greatest challenges: clean and sustainable energy for all. Our company has 70 families of patent applications and has raised $250 million, comprising $200m from private investors and $50m from the UK and US governments.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Please note that the appointment of the successful candidate will be subject to standard pre-employment screening, as applicable to the post. This will include right-to-work, proof of identity and references.

Please note that any personal data submitted to Tokamak Energy as part of the job application process will be processed in accordance with the GDPR and related UK data protection legislation.

Equality of opportunity is a core value at Tokamak Energy. Entry into employment with the company and progression within employment will be determined only by personal merit and the application of criteria which are related to the duties of each post and the relevant salary structure.

Please note this role does offer hybrid working, our model sets out a minimum 60% onsite / 40% home working split. Part time working or job share options will be reviewed on an individual basis.

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