Postdoctoral Researcher in Plasma Physics Position Available In Grafton, New Hampshire

Postdoctoral Researcher in Plasma Physics
Dartmouth College
in Hanover, NH

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Full-Time

Posted:

04/17/2025

Category:

Physics Position Title:

Postdoctoral Researcher in

Plasma Physics Department:

Physics & Astronomy Position Type:

Fellowship Qualifications:

PhD in physics or a closely related field at the time of starting the position
Expertise in computational physics, numerical methods, and high-performance computing
Familiarity with scientific programming (C , Fortran), version control systems, and GPU computing
Strong track record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Interest in visualization techniques for large simulation datasets, using platforms like Python, Mathematica, ParaView, or comparable tools
Ability to interact and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, disciplines, organizational affiliations, and levels of expertise
Capacity to work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong problem-solving and creative thinking skills
Ability to work well as a member of a growing team that includes undergraduate and graduate students, as well as collaborators at US institutions and abroad
Willingness to travel to conferences and collaborative meetings, and to participate in or lead community-building activities

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

Conduct and analyze simulations; oversee large projects using national supercomputing resources; advance theoretical understanding of plasma turbulence or related problems
Participate in departmental activities, engage with postdocs, graduate and undergraduate students, principal investigators, and project team members across partner institutions
Deliver guest lectures in plasma physics and modeling courses related to the candidate’s profile
Publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and present research at conferences
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in scientific methods and career development
Foster an equitable, inclusive, and antiracist lab environment; practice understanding-based communication techniques

Application Instructions:

Please submit the following materials electronically via

Interfolio:

Cover letter;
CV, including contact information for three reference letters;
Research statement, including past experiences and future goals. Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled. Recommendation letters will be requested only for finalists. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. Muni Zhou (Muni.

Zhou@dartmouth.edu).

Description:

Position updated as of April 16, 2025 and open to applications. The “Plasma Turbulence” group at Dartmouth College’s Department of Physics and Astronomy invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher. Our group integrates theoretical frameworks with advanced simulations to investigate various problems related to plasma turbulence. A researcher joining our group will encounter a dynamic research environment focused on theoretical and computational plasma physics. The position offers flexibility to pursue personal research interests and develop an impactful research agenda. Qualified candidates will have interests in one or more of the following areas: plasma dynamo, plasma instabilities and turbulence including those in radiation-rich environments, heating and particle acceleration in relativistic and non-relativistic turbulence, interplay of shocks and turbulence, and interplay of reconnection and turbulence. We encourage the postdoctoral researcher to use appropriate numerical tools (e.g., particle-in-cell, gyrokinetic, MHD simulations) for different problems. The postdoctoral researcher will also have access to tools used by the group, including the GPU-accelerated particle-in-cell codes, particularly the ENTITY code. The initial appointment length is negotiable as is the start date. This position is full-time, non-remote, in-residence at Dartmouth in Hanover, NH. The postdoctoral researcher will be primarily advised and hosted in the Department of Physics and Astronomy-a highly interactive and vibrant community of over 70 faculty, graduate students, and postdocs with an excellent plasma physics program. Postdoctoral scholars are also supported by the Guarini School for Graduate and Advanced Studies, including their community initiatives. Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. People with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives make the Dartmouth community diverse, which enhances academic excellence. In addition, we value applicants who have a demonstrated ability to contribute to Dartmouth’s diversity initiatives in STEM research, such as the WISP, the E.E. Just Program, and the Academic Summer Undergraduate Research Experience. Applicants should address in their cover letter how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to advance Dartmouth’s commitment to diversity in service of academic excellence.

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