Research Scientist, Fusion, DeepMind (Fixed Term Contract)
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Minimum qualifications:
- PhD in Plasma Simulation or Control or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience working in fusion energy or related field.
Preferred qualifications:
- Strong understanding of trends and advances within plasma physics and fusion energy, especially within magnetic confinement.
- Ability to thrive under uncertain requirements and a constantly evolving environment.
- Quantitative skills in maths, statistics, and programming.
- Passion for accelerating science using innovative technologies.
About the job
As a Research Scientist for fusion within the Science Program, you will use your expertise in plasma physics simulation and control to plan and execute, DeepMind’s investment in fusion energy. You will decide priorities for delivering high impact, including collaborations with external partners, development of in-house simulation capability, and alignment with in-house scientists and engineers.
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Responsibilities
- Grow and impact target milestones and achievements for DeepMind in fusion energy.
- Develop plans to achieve these milestones with regard to necessary technology and effort.
- Develop plasma predictive capabilities through data and simulation.
- Work with existing research efforts in the research, applied, and science programs to work on key challenges.
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