Plasma Diagnostics Scientist- Optical
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Job Summary
Join us in our mission to commercialize fusion energy
About Type One Energy
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable affordable fusion power to the world. Established in 2019 and venture-backed in 2023 the company is led by a team of globally recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-the-art stellarator fusion machines together with veteran business leaders experienced in scaling companies and commercializing energy technologies
If you are searching for the best new ideas and share our vision join us as a Plasma Diagnostics Scientist - Optical. This is what you need to know:
Location: Knoxville
Salary: Highly Competitive Plus Benefits
Contract: Permanent full time
Reporting to: Senior Director of Electrical Engineering
Your role in the mission:
Type One Energy is seeking a Plasma Diagnostics Scientist - Optical with experience in fusion plasma diagnostics to join its growing team. As a Plasma Diagnostics Scientist - Optical you will be responsible for leading or owning optical plasma diagnostic systems such as interferometer and Thomson scattering to support scientific investigations on our advanced fusion stellarator including development deployment and operation.
Your expertise will be instrumental in driving progress and ensuring the successful operation of diagnostic systems critical to achieving our research and commercial goals. The ideal candidate will also give technical advice and otherwise contribute to other teams of Engineers and Scientists on similar projects throughout Type One Energy
- Lead the conceptualization design construction and deployment of a subset of plasma optical diagnostics such as Thomson Scattering and interferometry
- Develop and apply data analysis and models to set requirements for plasma diagnostics and other in-vessel stellarator system
- Ensure plasma optical diagnostics satisfy scientific control and operational goals of the stellarator
- Provide Type One energy with laser-based expertise that can support other systems
- Participate in planning execution and analysis of experiments
- Potentially provide guidance and mentorship to junior scientists and engineers fostering a collaborative and productive work environment.
What youll need:
- Ph.D. in Physics Engineering or a related field with a strong focus on plasma physics fusion energy and/or diagnostics.
- Experience in designing developing and operating advanced diagnostic systems for fusion or plasma physics experiments particularly those related with lasers
- Proficiency in data acquisition analysis and interpretation using scientific software and programming languages (e.g. Python MATLAB).
- Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to diagnostic systems
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams present findings to diverse audiences and contribute to scientific publications and proposal
- Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures related to fusion experiments and diagnostics.
- Working experience with Thomson Scattering or Laser Interferometry is highly desirable
We offer:
In addition to a basic salary and yearly bonus you will also get
- Stock and share options
- Relocation allowance
- Insurance plans
- 401k retirement options
- And many more great voluntary benefits
Type One Energy applies proven advanced manufacturing methods modern computational physics and high-field superconducting magnets to develop its optimized stellarator fusion energy system. Its FusionDirect development program pursues the lowest-risk shortest-schedule path to a fusion power plant over the coming decade using a partner-intensive and capital-efficient strategy.
Type One Energy is committed to community engagement in the development and deployment of its clean energy technology. For more information visit or follow us on LinkedIn.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Type One Energy is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity searching for the best new ideas and remaining open to unique perspectives. Therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment independent of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status age or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal state or local laws. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.
Key Skills
- Laboratory Experience
- Immunoassays
- Machine Learning
- Biochemistry
- Assays
- Research Experience
- Spectroscopy
- Research & Development
- cGMP
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
About Company
Type One Energy Group is mission-driven to provide sustainable, affordable fusion power to the world. The company was formed in 2019 by a team of globally-recognized fusion scientists with a strong track record of building state-of-art stellarator fusion machines, together with veter ... View more
