Experimental Plasma Physicist - Diagnostics & Fusion Research

Posted 10 days ago

physics worldLake Forest (CA)

Physicists Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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About the role

TAE Technologies in Southern California seeks a Scientist (Experimental Plasma Physicist) to develop and oversee diagnostic systems for the C-2W device, including Doppler spectroscopy, X-ray detectors, and fast ion diagnostics. You will plan experiments, analyze complex data with modeling tools, collaborate with engineering on detectors and vacuum hardware, and prepare reports for internal reviews and conferences. PhD required with 2–5 years post-PhD experience.

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