Aalto University in Helsinki is inviting applications for one PhD position and one post-doctoral position in the field of edge-plasma physics.
The PhD position involves analysing experimental data from the JET and DIII-D tokamaks, and interpreting these data using existing plasma edge codes, such as SOLPS-ITER and EIRENE. The candidate is expected to publish 3-4 peer-reviewed articles during the course of the PhD, as well as present results at external conferences. Additionally, the candidate will spend some time at either JET in the UK, DIII-D in the USA, or another fusion research facility.
Requirements:
- M.Sc. degree in plasma physics or a related field
- Experience in computer programming languages, such as Fortran or C
- Experience with data analysis programming languages, such as Python, MATLAB
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills in English
In addition, experience with spectroscopy, data analysis, and/or high-performance computing is highly desirable
Type of position/job
Doctoral
Deadline
Institute
Aalto University, Finland
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