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Undergraduate Research Assistant

PPPL is seeking a undergraduate student intern to work on a mostly computational project related to estimating the radiated power for a new tokamak fusion plasma device called SMART in Seville, Spain. PPPL is assisting SMART with diagnostics to measure radiation from the plasma in SMART. We also have a code which can calculate radiated power from the main hydrogen gas in the plasma as well as possible impurities (metals from the wall, for example). The distribution of heavy impurities in the plasma can be asymmetrical due to centrifugal effects if the plasma is rotating at a significant speed. This rotational effect is also accounted for in the code, but the plasma rotation needs to be estimated separately. The rotation arises mostly from momentum imparted by the plasma heating method:...

Department: PPPL Plasma Science and Techno
Job Type: Temporary
Category: Research and Laboratory

Head of Project Management Office

The Head of the Project Management Office (PMO) leads the centralized project management function at PPPL, ensuring excellence in project management, governance, and support across all project lifecycles. This must be done in the context of the DOE Project Management Environment in terms of processes and successful relationship management. This position is essential in PPPL’s ability to execute its mission and is pivotal in driving a culture of accountability, consistency, and continuous improvement for projects of all sizes. Overseeing a department of about 30 staff and reporting to the Deputy Director for Operations, the Head, PMO aligns the PMO's strategic direction with PPPL’s organizational priorities and serves as the primary advocate for project management excellence across the...

Department: PPPL Project Management
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Research and Laboratory

Head of Talent Management and Development

We are looking for an experienced, action-oriented Head of Talent Management and Development (HTMD) to lead our talent initiatives and drive meaningful enhancements in employee engagement, performance, and career growth. This role is vital for fostering a culture of continuous feedback and open communication, empowering employees to reach their full potential while enhancing attraction and retention. The HTMD will oversee performance management and develop a robust leadership pipeline through effective succession planning and comprehensive career development pathways. By leveraging data-driven insights, this leader will tailor learning opportunities, define competencies, and utilize assessments to achieve measurable outcomes, including improved leadership skills, increased engagement, and...

Department: PPPL Human Resources
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Human Resources

Computational Scientist in Artificial Intelligence For Science (AI4Science)

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks to fill a Computational Scientist in Artificial Intelligence For Science (AI4Science) position in the Computational Sciences Department. The successful candidate will establish and solicit long-term funding for a program focused on (a) foundational research in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), and (b) application-oriented research in PPPL-relevant AI4Science topics. This is a leadership position that will target new initiatives in AI/ML that are being planned by the Department of Energy (DOE). The incumbent will develop a fast-paced AI/ML program strategically aligned with DOE and other Federal Agency goals, ensuring that the research program advances and fits within PPPL Annual Laboratory Plans (ALP)...

Department: PPPL Computational Science
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Research and Laboratory

Research Computing Specialist

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL), a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory, is dedicated to pursuing one of the most transformative scientific goals of our time—Fusion Nuclear Energy. Fusion, the process that powers the sun and stars, has the potential to provide a nearly limitless, clean energy source for the world. A key enabler of this pursuit is high-performance computing (HPC), which plays a pivotal role in advancing the complex science behind fusion. PPPL's researchers rely on cutting-edge computational capabilities to unlock knowledge that can only be revealed through large-scale simulations and data analysis. We are seeking a dynamic and innovative Research Computing Specialist to join our dedicated team. This role bridges our Computational Sciences and...

Department: PPPL Information Technology
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Information Technology

Research Proposal Development Manager

The PPPL Research Proposal Development Manager will support PPPL’s mission by identifying new research funding opportunities and developing and managing the full research proposal lifecycle from pre-proposal concept development to proposal submission and award. The role involves coordinating with various departments to develop pre-proposal and proposal concepts, integrating operational considerations, and training new Principal Investigators (PIs) to ensure high-quality proposals. The manager will also oversee the proposal development process, manage proposal teams, and maintain proposal documentation. This position is ideal for a highly organized and strategic individual with a passion for supporting scientific research through effective proposal development. The purpose of the...

Department: PPPL Office of the Director
Job Type: Full-Time
Category: Research and Laboratory

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