Senior Plasma Physics Researcher

1 week ago


Didcot, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom UKAEA Special Techniques Group Full time

Company Overview

UKAEA Special Techniques Group leads the way in realizing fusion energy, partnering with industry and research for groundbreaking advancements. By 2050, the planet could be using twice as much electricity compared to today.

Salary

The salary for this role is estimated at £67,023 per annum (inclusive of MPP) + excellent benefits.

Job Description

As a Principal Physicist, you will play a pivotal role in performing and leading UKAEA research into either Exhaust Experiments or Integrated Scenario Modelling in support of the UKAEA scientific programme on MAST-U and other national and international experimental devices. You will perform and lead UKAEA studies, in the chosen field, in support of the UKAEA programme to design STEP and other national and international experimental devices.

You will also be expected to develop and maintain partnerships with internal and external collaborators, advise senior UKAEA management on strategy in the research field, and represent UKAEA at international meetings, communicating results through presentations at regular internal and external meetings, written reports, conferences, and peer-reviewed journal papers.

Required Skills and Qualifications

  • PhD or equivalent in physics, engineering, or a closely-related discipline.
  • Broad knowledge of tokamak-plasma physics with emphasis on the relevant field of research.
  • Substantial research experience, international recognition, and an excellent publication record in the field of research.
  • Experience in leading an interdisciplinary team of senior and junior researchers in an international research environment.

Benefits

  • Outstanding defined benefit pension scheme, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.
  • Corporate bonus scheme up to 7% and a Relocation allowance (if eligible).
  • Flexible working options including family friendly policies and the right to request flexible working from the start of your employment.
  • Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
  • Generous annual leave allowance starting with 25 days, plus 3 days Christmas closure and 2.5 privilege days, in addition to UK bank holidays.


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