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CHEManager International · 23 hours ago

Research Scientist

Oak Ridge, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

CHEManager International is seeking a Research Scientist to advance experimental research into plasma radiative power for fusion energy applications. The role involves conducting research on high-temperature plasmas, building collaborative relationships with scientists, and ensuring a safe work environment while aligning with the company's core values.

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Responsibilities

Conduct research on processes that arise from the confinement of high temperature plasmas, for example in the context of radiative energy from fusion-relevant research devices, such as tokamaks, stellarators, and the MPEX linear plasma device

Build collaborative relationships with international and domestic scientists in support of research to understand the physics of plasma and to develop viable diagnostic techniques for use in magnetic confinement systems

Routinely communicate results of their research in high-impact presentations, reports, conference papers, and key peer-reviewed journals

Work with a multidisciplinary team of research scientists and engineers in the areas of fusion energy research to maintain a high level of scientific productivity

Ensure a safe and efficient work environment and compliance with ESH&Q procedures and programs

Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of professional values and ethics

Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Qualification

Plasma diagnostic developmentScientific programmingInstrumentation useFusion research experienceEngineering designMentoringCommunication skillsTeam collaborationAdaptability

Required

A PhD degree in Physics, Materials Science, Nuclear Engineering or a related discipline

A minimum of two years of experience in plasma diagnostic development and related science

Ensure a safe and efficient work environment and compliance with ESH&Q procedures and programs

Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of professional values and ethics

Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service

Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success

Preferred

Experience at a fusion research facility or other large-scale experimental physics project or scientific user facility is highly preferred

Proficient with scientific programming and the use of instrumentation

Engineering, design and use of bolometry, thermography and other instrumentation is beneficial

Incorporation of synthetic diagnostics into codes to validate modeling predictions

A desire to mentor early career researchers and students

Excellent written and oral communication skills

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory

Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs