Plasma Physicist

**Position**:Plasma Physicist

**Reporting to**:Vice President, Research and Development (David Plant)

**Location**:Richmond, BC, Canada

**Position Overview**:
As a member of the Applied Physics team, you will contribute to the development of our magnetized target fusion (MTF) power plant. The Plasma Physicist will aid in the analysis of our experimental campaigns, develop models that reconcile experimental results with simulation, and help to inform the direction of future development.

**Responsibilities**:

- Analyze and integrate diagnostic data from General Fusion plasma experiments to develop comprehensive hypotheses for evolution of plasma characteristics and reconcile them with simulation results and reconstructions.
- Propose new experimental campaigns and corresponding simulations to answer key questions regarding plasma parameter evolution and optimization of MTF targets.
- Curate and interpret experimental data.
- Work with the simulation, reconstruction, and diagnostic teams to develop dynamic models of spherical tokamak (ST) plasmas under compression.
- Communicate your results to both technical and non-technical audiences via in-person presentations and peer-reviewed papers.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Requirements**:

- Ph.D. or equivalent degree in plasma physics, fusion science, or closely related field; ~1-3 years relevant industry or post-doctoral experience preferred.
- Strong background and experience in fusion science and magnetized plasma research.
- Experience working in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Proven ability to work in a team setting.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to engage effectively with the team.
- Experience in programming using Python, MATLAB or C++. Fluency in Python and MATLAB.
- Experience in modeling the MHD behavior of spherical tokamak (ST) or other self-organized plasmas with existing plasma codes such as NIMROD, Flash.

The typical hiring range for this position is $121,000 - $142,000. General Fusion considers several factors when determining total compensation, including job-specific or highly specialized knowledge, skills, and experience, proficiency, job location, and internal equity.

The work involved in this project combines a wide range of skill sets, and each team member will need to become familiar with the full scope of the experiment and understand how their work relates to the whole. General Fusion seeks individuals who are self-motivated, have good communication skills and are comfortable with creative problem solving independently and within a group.

**What We Offer**:

- Flexible hours
- Four weeks’ vacation
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- RRSP contribution
- Support for professional development
- Great company culture - social events, food trucks, bike rides, Sun Run, _etc_.

**Applications**:
We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
- General Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, or age._