A postdoctoral position is open in the area of computational plasma physics, in gyrokinetic turbulence simulations for fusion energy applications, at the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory. This person will play a key role in the development and application of the Gkeyll code for gyrokinetic simulations (in full 5D and reduced models), which is important for determining the performance of a fusion power plant. Gkeyll uses advanced discontinuous Galerkin algorithms and can run on the largest supercomputers available. We seek energetic applicants who want to be at the forefront of high-performance computing with applications to fusion energy. This position supports work for a DOE Distinguished Scientist Award and other projects.
This postdoc will contribute to PPPL’s mission by helping develop comprehensive computer simulations of turbulence in fusion devices, applying these simulations to understand present fusion experiments and predicting the performance of future fusion devices.
A U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratory managed by Princeton University, Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) is a longstanding leader in the science and innovation behind the development of fusion energy — a clean, safe, and virtually limitless energy source. With an eye on the future and in response to national priorities, PPPL also has begun a strategic shift from a singular focus on fusion energy to a multi-focus approach that includes microelectronics, quantum information science, and sustainability science. Whether it be through science, engineering, technology or professional services, every team member has an opportunity to make their mark on our world. PPPL aims to attract and support people with a rich variety of backgrounds, interests, experiences, and cultural viewpoints. We are committed to equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility and believe that each member of our team contributes to our scientific mission in their own unique way. Come join us!
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