Doctoral Candidate (PhD) In The Area Of Edge-Plasma Physics In Magnetic Fusion Devices JOB DESCRIPTION Aalto University is a community of bold thinkers where science and art meet technology and business. We are committed to identifying and solving grand societal challenges and building an innovative future. Aalto University has six schools with nearly 11 000 students and nearly 400 professors. Our campus is located in Espoo, Finland.
The Fusion and Plasma Physics Group (https://www.aalto.fi/en/department-of-applied-physics/fusion-and-plasma-physics) at the Department of Applied Physics is inviting applications for a Doctoral Candidate (PhD) in the area of edge-plasma physics in magnetic fusion devices The group focuses on experimental and computational plasma physics in magnetically confined fusion experiments. Within this job posting the research project aims to improve understanding of the physics of the edge plasma in tokamaks by interpretative analysis of measurements in present devices and predictions from state-of-the-art numerical simulations. The primary physics goal of these studies is elucidating the physics of the onset of divertor plasma detachment in magnetically confined fusion devices. Requirements As a successful candidate for this position, you should have: · 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 necessary to work in a multidisciplinary environment, to author technical and scientific reports and publications, and to deliver scientific presentations Skills, knowledge and abilities in the following areas are highly desirable: · Experience in at least one of these fields: plasma or optical emission spectroscopy, large data analysis or computational physics · Experience in high performance computing highly desirable The primary language of communication within the Fusion and Plasma Physics Group is English. Duration, salary and benefits The fixed term Doctoral Candidate contract is initially for two years, followed by an extension for another two-year period after successful completion of the midterm exam after 1-1/2 years. The total duration of the position is four years. The annual workload of research and teaching staff at Aalto University is 1612 hours. Aalto University follows the salary system of Finnish universities and we provide them upon request. The contract includes Aalto University occupational healthcare. The primary workplace will be the Otaniemi Campus at Aalto University, and will involve international assignments to research facilities in the UK, Germany and the United States of America. Longer-term assignments to these facilities may be discussed at the time of recruitment. For more Information For additional information, please contact the head of the research group, Professor Mathias Groth, tel. +358 50 3640 495, or for recruitment-process related questions HR-coordinator Stefan Ehrstedt, tel. +358 50 340 7662. E-mails: firstname.lastname@aalto.fi Applying Please send your application at earliest convenience to the Aalto University recruitment system, by September 11, 2020. To apply for the position, please submit your application including the attachment mentioned below as one single PDF document in English through the link ’Apply now’ link at the bottom of the web page. · Letter of motivation (max. one page) · Copy of M.Sc. degree and English version of transcript of completed M.Sc. courses · CV (max. two pages), including references · List of publications, if applicable Aalto University reserves the right for justified reasons to leave the position open, to extend the application period and to consider also candidates who have not submitted applications during the application period. https://rekry.saima.fi/aaltohome/application_edit_welcome.html?field_id=0&job_name=Doctoral+Candidate+%28PhD%29+in+the+area+of+edge-plasma+physics+in+magnetic+fusion+devices&job_id=2933&jc=1&lang=en&place_id=102&did=5900