The turbulence spectroscopy group in the Department of Engineering Physics at the University of Wisconsin seeks applicants for one postdoctoral researcher position to develop and operate turbulence spectroscopy diagnostic systems and carry out an experimental program at the DIII-D National Fusion Facility in plasma turbulence and instability analysis to advance the scientific basis for magnetic fusion energy. The research topics include but are not limited to core, pedestal and SOL turbulence and transport. The postdoc appointee will contribute to diagnostic activities such as 2D Beam Emission Spectroscopy (BES), Charge Exchange Imaging (CXI), Ultra-Fast Charge Exchange Spectroscopy (UF-CHERS), and Spatial Heterodyne Spectroscopy (SHS). The diagnostic systems are developed at UW-Madison and are deployed at the DIII-D facility in San Diego, CA. The postdoctoral position will be based at the DIII-D fusion facility with occasional trips to UW-Madison to contribute to diagnostic development projects. The postdoctoral appointee will also provide research mentorship to UW graduate and undergraduate students who perform research on these projects. Finally, the postdoctoral appointee may contribute to a portfolio of magnetic fusion research activities at UW, potentially including the Pegasus-III spherical torus, the HSX stellarator, NSTX-U and other collaborations at domestic and international facilities.

Applicants with experience in optics, spectroscopy, detector electronics, and experimental magnetized plasma turbulence and instability analysis are especially encouraged to apply.

Applicants should send a cover letter and CV/resume to Dr. George McKee (george.mckee@wisc.edu) and Dr. Zheng Yan (zyan5@wisc.edu). Applications received by Nov. 19, 2021 will receive full consideration. The position is open until filled.

The website for the turbulence spectroscopy group is https://fusionlab.ep.wisc.edu/turbulence/.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (or completion of Ph.D. requirements prior to start date) in physics, engineering/applied physics, or closely related field
• Experience with optics, spectroscopy, and photodetector electronics
• Strong quantitative background in experimental data analysis
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Start date

As late as Jan 2022