Postdoctoral Scholar — Experimental Plasma Physics (Fusion), KAIST (Daejeon)
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The Fusion and Plasma Dynamics Laboratory in KAIST's Department of Nuclear and Quantum Engineering is recruiting a Postdoctoral Scholar in experimental plasma physics.
■ Duties
- Lead the development, commissioning and operation of KAIMIR, a linear magnetic-mirror fusion device. Work spans RF plasma source development, plasma instability studies and control, fast-ion physics, plasma diagnostics and instrumentation, transport, and data analysis and modelling.
■ Who can apply
- A PhD in plasma physics, fusion science, nuclear engineering or a closely related field, with a strong publication record. Experimental plasma physics is preferred, though computational and modelling backgrounds are also welcome. The posting is entirely in English and states no Korean requirement.
■ Terms
- Initial 2-year appointment, renewable. The posting states pay of roughly USD 35,000-65,000 per year depending on qualifications and experience.
■ How to apply
- Email a CV, a 2-page cover letter, 3 representative publications and 3 referees, per the original posting. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Original posting: 179529247" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://www.higheredjobs.com/international/details.cfm?JobCode=179529247
■ Duties
- Lead the development, commissioning and operation of KAIMIR, a linear magnetic-mirror fusion device. Work spans RF plasma source development, plasma instability studies and control, fast-ion physics, plasma diagnostics and instrumentation, transport, and data analysis and modelling.
■ Who can apply
- A PhD in plasma physics, fusion science, nuclear engineering or a closely related field, with a strong publication record. Experimental plasma physics is preferred, though computational and modelling backgrounds are also welcome. The posting is entirely in English and states no Korean requirement.
■ Terms
- Initial 2-year appointment, renewable. The posting states pay of roughly USD 35,000-65,000 per year depending on qualifications and experience.
■ How to apply
- Email a CV, a 2-page cover letter, 3 representative publications and 3 referees, per the original posting. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Original posting: 179529247" target="_blank" rel="noopener nofollow">https://www.higheredjobs.com/international/details.cfm?JobCode=179529247
Location
KAIST, 291 Daehak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
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