The Radiation Hydrodynamics Branch at the Naval Research Laboratory in Washington, DC has been actively investigating Z-pinch dynamics, laser-target interactions and ICF, and radiation source development for over three decades. The research in the Branch is focused on:

(i) Atomic physics and non-LTE ionization kinetics (ii) Methods and applications of radiation transport

(iii) Synthetic spectra and spectroscopic analysis in optically transitioning conditions, and

(iv) Simulations of multi-dimensional, resistive MHD and laser-driven implosions

For this current position, the Radiation Hydrodynamics Branch is interested in candidates who can initiate research into novel aspects of areas primarily in (i)- (iii) mentioned above. Applications of the research presently emphasize energy coupling and radiation output from High Energy Density (HED) plasmas driven by Z pinches or high-powered lasers and diagnostics of ICF plasmas. Specifically, this work entails the analysis of experimental spectral data, development of state-of-the-art new theoretical methods using sophisticated computer codes to obtain detailed collisional radiative (both time dependent and independent) ionization dynamics models, in conjunction with self-consistent radiation transport models that can be coupled to (iv) above.

Applicants should have a PhD in plasma or atomic physics and have an interest in research topics related to the above areas of basic and applied research. Entry-level candidates are desired but senior level candidates will be considered.

APPLICANTS MUST BE UNITED STATES CITIZENS