Scientist I

University of Wisconsin-Madison

Madison, WI, US
Base: $80,000 starting salary; bonus/equity: not s...
Onsite
Phd in nuclear engineering or physics
Scientific computation and fusion technology publications
Management of scientific data sets and version control
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an early career fusion technologist to support a 4-year Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) project funded by the U.S. DOE Office of Fusion Energy Sciences

Job Summary

  • The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an early career fusion technologist to support a 4-year Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) project funded by the U.S. DOE Office of Fusion Energy Sciences.
  • The role involves performing cutting-edge research on computational multiphysics modeling using tools like OpenMC and MOOSE to validate experiments and develop AI/ML reduced order models.
  • Candidates will collaborate with academic, national lab, and industry partners including MIT, Argonne National Laboratory, and SHINE Technologies to advance integrated fusion blanket system testing.

Matching Summary

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking an early career fusion technologist to support a 4-year Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) project funded by the U.S. DOE Office of Fusion Energy Sciences.

Salary

Base: $80,000 starting salary; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in Nuclear Engineering or Physics
  • Scientific computation and fusion technology publications
  • Management of scientific data sets and version control
  • Computational multiphysics modelling with OpenMC and MOOSE
  • AI/ML reduced order model development

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with GitHub or equivalent version control
  • Collaboration with national labs and industry partners
  • Mentoring graduate students
  • Grant application writing experience
  • Model-based systems engineering methodology

Key Requirements

  • PhD in Nuclear Engineering, Physics or related field required
  • Early career track record in scientific publications
  • Familiarity with MS Office Tools

Work Rights

Not specified

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