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Postdoctoral Associate
  • Job Number: 25013
  • Functional Area: Research - Scientific
  • Department: Plasma Science and Fusion Center
  • School Area: VP Research
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Employment Category: Exempt
  • Visa Sponsorship Available: Yes
  • Schedule:


Posting Description

POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE, Plasma Science and Fusion Center (PSFC), to work in the area of Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) and Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE); split their time between developing a neutron spectrometer for diagnosing inertial confinement fusion (ICF) experiments at the Z-facility at Sandia National Laboratory and designing charged-particle spectrometers for the Inertial Fusion Energy (IFE) company Focused Energy (FE) including the development of a conceptual design of a Magnetic Recoil Spectrometer (MRS) to be used for simultaneous measurements of fusion yield, areal density, and ion temperature and on the IFE side, this will include two primary efforts in collaboration with MIT graduate students and FE: First, design an electron spectrometer that will be used to study and mitigate laser-plasma interactions in relativistic laser-plasma interaction experiments. Second, conduct a feasibility study by exploring various concepts of compact proton spectrometers compatible with moderate repetition rate operations; and may also contribute to other projects within the Division as needed. Research findings are expected to be reported in scientific publications and conference presentations. 

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Plasma physics, nuclear physics or closely related science and engineering discipline; proficiency in programming for scientific analysis; and the ability to communicate effectively and work in a dynamic and diverse team environment with MIT staff and students and collaborators from other universities and partner laboratories. PREFERRED:  A strong experimental background in ICF, HEDP or nuclear physics experiments, diagnostics, and/or modeling. Job #25013

The position will be located on the MIT campus in Cambridge, MA, with regular travel to facilities in Albuquerque, NM, and the Bay Area, CA.

The appointment will be for two years with the possibility of renewal based upon satisfactory job performance.

The position will remain open until a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. Candidates interested in this position may send1) a cover letter, 2) a CV with a complete list of publications, and 3) a list with the names and contact information of three references to Dr. Johan Frenje (jfrenje@psfc.mit.edu).

Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000, based on related experience and expertise.

This position is eligible for visa sponsorship.

6/11/2025