HSX Scientist

Job Summary:

The Helically Symmetric eXperiment (HSX) is an advanced stellarator located at the College of Engineering, University of Wisconsin-Madison. This experiment utilizes modular coils to generate a quasi-helical magnetic field structure and operates at magnetic field strengths of 1 Tesla to confine plasmas with temperatures exceeding 2 keV. Research goals include investigating neoclassical and turbulent heat transport, studying plasma flow in the direction of symmetry, exploring stellarator divertor configurations and developing new plasma diagnostics. The laboratory is currently seeking a scientist to support the experimental exploration of the HSX stellarator, perform and analyze spectroscopy measurements, and advise undergraduate and graduate students.

Responsibilities:

Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and prepares and/or presents results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.

• 20% Identifies research problems and develops complex research methodologies and procedures
• 30% Collects and analyzes complex research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision
• 10% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 10% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 10% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 10% May supervise the day-to-day activities of a research unit as needed
• 10% Serves as a unit subject matter expert and liaison to internal and external stakeholders providing advanced level information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

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Education:

Required

PhD

Electrical Engineering, Physics, or Nuclear Engineering

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

3 years or more of professional experience in plasma spectroscopy

1 year or more mentoring graduate and undergraduate students

Peferred Qualifications:

5 or more years post-degree experience

Experience in experimental research in plasma physics and ideally in confinement properties of 3D magnetic field geometries

Experience in plasma spectroscopy including charge exchange measurements and the analysis of impurity line radiation

Experience in the supervision of undergraduate and graduate students

Experience in running and analyzing data of neoclassical transport and flow calculations

Work Type:

Part Time: 48%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)

Depending on Qualifications

Additional Information:

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. To apply, you will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume addressing your interest in working in the Nuclear Engineering & Engineering Physics department. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the required/preferred qualifications outlined in the job summary.

Contact:

Benedikt Geiger

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Official Title:

Scientist II(RE044)

Department(s):

A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/Nuclear Eng & Eng Physics

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

315294-AS

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