Divertor Plasma Physicist
About The Position
Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future. We are seeking a highly motivated plasma physicist to join our team, focusing on the analysis, simulation, and optimization of the divertor region of a stellarator magnetic field. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in plasma physics, with a particular emphasis on plasma fluid models, neutral particle models, and/or atomic processes within plasmas. Experience with the boundary of fusion devices is a plus. You will work on a dynamic team, contributing to cutting-edge research and development in Thea Energy’s stellarator systems.
Requirements
- PhD in Plasma Physics, Computational Physics, Applied Physics, or a related field, or bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of experience or master’s degree in relevant field with 2+ years of experience.
- Strong knowledge of computational plasma physics and numerical simulations.
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in scientific computing (e.g. Python, Fortran, C++, and MATLAB).
- Familiarity with simulation tools used in plasma physics research.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects.
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for advancing the field of fusion energy research.
- Willingness to collaborate with a diverse team of scientists and engineers within the company and externally.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with the boundary of fusion devices, especially stellarators or tokamaks, is a plus.
- Experience with edge plasma models such as FLARE, DESC, SOLPS, UEDGE, and EMC3-EIRENE.
- Experience working on an integrated plasma physics experimental device, ideally a stellarator or tokamak.
- Understanding of plasma fluid models and neutral particle models.
- Familiarity with Plasma-Material Interactions.
- Experience in high-performance computing (HPC) environments.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement algorithms for the simulation of fluid plasmas within complex magnetic edge topologies.
- Conduct simulations and analyses of collisional edge plasma in stellarators, coupled with neutral-particle and atomic physics models.
- Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to design stellarator divertor systems.
- Perform data analysis, model validation, and provide insights into the physical mechanisms governing plasma behavior.
- Prepare technical reports, presentations, and publications based on design, optimization, and simulation results.
- Stay up to date with the latest advancements in computational plasma physics, fusion energy, and optimization techniques.
Benefits
- Salary range $120,000 - $170,000
- Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision)
- Employee equity stock options
- 20 days PTO
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
