The Pegasus research group is seeking a scientist to provide theory and/or diagnostic support for experiments, analyze data and for collaborations with undergraduate and graduate students.
The Pegasus-III Experiment is an ultra-low aspect ratio spherical tokamak located at the College of Engineering of the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The experiment is the only solenoid-free tokamak in the world and uses local helicity injection to initiate plasmas. The group will soon be installing coaxial helicity injection and a microwave system. Plasma physics research goals include the investigation of non-solenoidal plasma startup techniques, studies of impurities during plasma ramp-up, development of models to scale these systems to larger scale devices.
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Required
PhD
Plasma Physics, Physics, electrical engineering or a related field.
Required experience:
3 + years of previous experience working in experimental plasma physics or diagnostics
3 + years of experience working with scientific analysis software such as python, MATLAB or comparable equivalent
Preferred experience:
Strong publication record
Experience in writing proposals
Experience mentoring students
Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:Minimum $80,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/)
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. Applicants will be asked to upload a resume/CV and cover letter outlining relevant qualifications and experience as it pertains to the required and preferred qualifications outlined in this job posting.
Contact:Dina Christenson
dina.christenson@wisc.edu
608-263-5966
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Scientist I(RE043)
Department(s):A19-COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING/Nuclear Eng & Eng Physics
Employment Class:Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:297026-AS
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