Computational Scientist
Bay Area, California
Engineering /
Full-time /
On-site
Fuse is on a mission to accelerate the world’s transition to fusion energy. Our core product is TITAN: an Impedance Matched Marx Generator (IMG). TITAN is the most efficient and powerful (TW) machine of its kind. Fusers have built and licensed Magical Unicorn and FAETON I, 2 novel pulsed power generators.
You are joining an early-stage fusion company. Please expect to wear different hats and take 0 to 1 ownership of objectives. Changing the world is hard but honorable and fulfilling. You should expect to work extremely hard to make a dent. This is not a regular job. Fusers are on a mission to change the world and get shit done.
Key Responsibilities
- As a computational scientist at Fuse, you’ll join our research team and work on the development and implementation of Particle-in-Cell (PIC) and Magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) simulations for the study of high-energy-density physics and pulsed-power experiments. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and collaborative team of scientists and engineers and to contribute to cutting-edge research in inertial confinement fusion. Some of the key responsibilities of a Computational Scientist may include:
- Conduct simulations of MagLIF experiments using PIC and MHD codes;
- Develop and optimize PIC and MHD codes to improve their accuracy and efficiency;
- Analyze simulation data and provide insights into the physics of HEDP experiments;
- Collaborate with experimentalists to design and interpret experiments based on simulation results;
- Write scientific papers and reports for publication in peer-reviewed journals;
- Present research findings at conferences and workshops.
Minimum Qualifications
- Ph.D. in physics, computational science, or a related field;
- 6+ years’ experience in high-energy-density physics, particularly in the areas of magnetohydrodynamics and particle-in-cell simulations;
- 5+ years’ experience with high-performance computing and parallel programming;
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment;
- Publication record in peer-reviewed journals;
- Ability and willingness for bi-coastal travel.
Additional requirements
- Must be able to travel and work extended hours/weekends as needed.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
Fuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Fuse is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status.
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Fuse's Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at info@f.energy.
