Job description

Job summary

Computational modelling of heat transfer, radiation transfer and hydrodynamics in dense inertial fusion plasmas

This post, funded by a recent UKRI Prosperity Partnership with First Light Fusion, involves multi-dimensional radiation hydrodynamics and magneto-hydrodynamics simulations of experiments undertaken both in house at Imperial College, and by other members of the Partnership including the University of York, and the University of Oxford. The experiments we will model include those on pulsed power systems, high energy lasers and gas gun facilities in the United Kingdom and the United States.

The main aim of this work is to develop an improved understanding of the fundamental role that heat transfer, radiation transfer and hydrodynamic mix play in limiting fusion performance. A key component will be to use simulations to contribute to the design of experiments and the interpretation of experimental results.

This post is available initially for a fixed-term duration of 36 months. For further information please contact Prof Jeremy Chittenden at j.chittenden@imperial.ac.uk

Duties and responsibilities

The post holder will be expected to work closely with other members of the Plasma Physics group Imperial College and other members of the partnership at First Light Fusion, the Universities of Oxford and York and Machine Discovery. 

The post holder will also be expected to help with the administration of the research group and will be given the option to support the Department’s teaching activities. It is expected that the post holder will use the position to develop their track record and research independence.

Essential requirements

You must meet the following criteria:

• PhD (or equivalent) in the field of plasma physics
• Demonstrated expertise in simulation of high energy density plasmas
• Demonstrated experience in high performance parallel computing
• Evidence of the ability to carry out original research

Further information

For expression of interest please contact Professor Jeremy Chittenden at j.chittenden@imperial.ac.uk

Should you have any queries about the application process please contact the Plasma Physics Group Administration office via plasma@imperial.ac.uk.

Please apply with an application form via the online system. CVs without a completed application form will not be considered

*Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as Research Assistant within the salary range £40,694 - £43,888 per annum

Please note that job descriptions cannot be exhaustive and the post-holder may be required to undertake other duties, which are broadly in line with the above key responsibilities.

Documents

• Job Description - NAT01528.pdf