Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Physics

The University of Wisconsin–Madison, a public land-grant institution, is widely recognized as one of America's leading universities. Offering a diverse range of liberal arts studies and professional programs, the university provides a rich environment for research and academic excellence. Located in the vibrant city of Madison, the 936-acre campus is situated along the scenic southern shore of Lake Mendota. UW–Madison fosters innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to academic and research excellence.

Role Description

This is an on-site, full-time role for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Computational Physics based in Madison, WI, to work in the UWPlasma research group (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications from early career scientists, postdocs, and finishing graduate students with expertise and interest in computational fluid dynamics, engineering, fusion energy, programming, and/or optimization are particularly encouraged. The successful applicant is anticipated to take leading roles in the Fus Ion Research Engine (FIRE) collaboratives on campus that focus on accurate prediction of stellarator and magnetic mirror plasma properties.

The group has been developing a suite of differentiable and highly performant codes (see ) for such efforts, and the successful applicant will have an opportunity to define a research program that supports these activities.

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