PPPL has a postdoctoral position open in the area of Computational Plasma Physics, to play a key role in the application and development of the Gkeyll code, which uses advanced discontinuous Galerkin algorithms to simulate plasmas with various levels of fidelity. We seek an energetic applicant who wants to be at the forefront of high-performance computing with applications to fusion energy research. This work supports a project that aims to understand physics of self-consistent evolution of the equilibrium within the gyrokinetic equations, though significant flexibility exists to work on other concepts. Further, the work will also support DOE Scientific Discovery through Advanced Computing (SciDAC) projects. This is an entry-level position at rank of Associate Research Physicist.
The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is a world-class fusion energy research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source for the world.
- The successful applicant will work closely with the Gkeyll team to add new physics capabilities for modeling tokamaks and other fusion devices.
- This will involve extensive coding in C and C++ and higher-level scripting languages, optimization on parallel supercomputers, and working on improving physics capabilities, such as equilibrium and gyrokinetic solvers.
- Strong understanding of parallel programming, comfort with working with complex C/C++ code bases as well as experience with modern software practices is required.
Education and Experience:
- Applicant should have a Ph.D. in plasma physics, astrophysics, applied mathematics, or a closely related discipline with experience in computational fluid dynamics or other computational physics areas.
- Knowledge of plasma physics at the graduate level is required.
- Experience with advanced CFD algorithms, C and C++, and modern computing tools is a must.
- English communication and writing skills are required and so is being able to work in dynamic and a fast moving team.
Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW
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