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Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Position Summary Emergencytemporary part-time hire to instruct ECE 534.002 - Plasma Physics I for the Fall 2026semester. This course serves as an introduction to plasma parameters ...
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Position Summary Emergencytemporary part-time hire to instruct ECE 534.002 - Plasma Physics I for the Fall 2026semester. This course serves as an introduction to plasma parameters ...
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Position Summary Emergencytemporary part-time hire to instruct ECE 534.002 - Plasma Physics I for the Fall 2026semester. This course serves as an introduction to plasma parameters ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
You will work closely with scientists and engineers across plasma physics, electrical systems, magnetics, controls, and structural mechanics to translate simulation results into useful technical ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
You will work closely with scientists and engineers across plasma physics, electrical systems, magnetics, controls, and structural mechanics to translate simulation results into useful technical ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$200K - $240K/yr
You will communicate with engineers and scientists on wide range of topics including plasma physics; magnetic field diffusion and eddy currents; circuit response and coupling; and structural ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$200K - $240K/yr
You will communicate with engineers and scientists on wide range of topics including plasma physics; magnetic field diffusion and eddy currents; circuit response and coupling; and structural ...
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Emergencytemporary part-time hire to instruct ECE 534.002 - Plasma Physics I for the Fall 2026semester. This course serves as an introduction to plasma parameters, adiabaticinvariants, orbit theory ...
Albuquerque, NM · On-site
Emergencytemporary part-time hire to instruct ECE 534.002 - Plasma Physics I for the Fall 2026semester. This course serves as an introduction to plasma parameters, adiabaticinvariants, orbit theory ...
Responsibilities : • Develop and validate machine-learning frameworks for FRC plasma-dynamics, leveraging physics-grounded ML approaches (e.g., differentiable physics, PINNs, surrogate modeling, or ...
Responsibilities : • Develop and validate machine-learning frameworks for FRC plasma-dynamics, leveraging physics-grounded ML approaches (e.g., differentiable physics, PINNs, surrogate modeling, or ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$140K - $160K/yr
This role bridges fusion energy science and plasma physics with advanced non-linear control concepts making use of cutting-edge control technology, especially FPGA-based architectures of embedded ...
Irvine, CA · On-site
$140K - $160K/yr
This role bridges fusion energy science and plasma physics with advanced non-linear control concepts making use of cutting-edge control technology, especially FPGA-based architectures of embedded ...
$78K - $110K/yr
This role requires deep expertise in plasma physics, plasma-material interactions, plasma source design, and process development. The engineer will leverage both computational modeling and ...
$78K - $110K/yr
This role requires deep expertise in plasma physics, plasma-material interactions, plasma source design, and process development. The engineer will leverage both computational modeling and ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
You will contribute to physics insight across topics such as plasma startup, RF/plasma interactions, particle transport, sheath behavior, and other kinetic effects that may not be fully captured by ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$150K - $200K/yr
You will contribute to physics insight across topics such as plasma startup, RF/plasma interactions, particle transport, sheath behavior, and other kinetic effects that may not be fully captured by ...
Chaska, MN · On-site
$78K - $110K/yr
This role requires deep expertise in plasma physics, plasma-material interactions, plasma source design, and process development. The engineer will leverage both computational modeling and ...
Chaska, MN · On-site
$78K - $110K/yr
This role requires deep expertise in plasma physics, plasma-material interactions, plasma source design, and process development. The engineer will leverage both computational modeling and ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$200K - $240K/yr
You will focus on turning kinetic simulations into actionable physics insight for topics such as plasma startup, RF/plasma interactions, particle transport, sheath behavior, and other effects that ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$200K - $240K/yr
You will focus on turning kinetic simulations into actionable physics insight for topics such as plasma startup, RF/plasma interactions, particle transport, sheath behavior, and other effects that ...
San Leandro, CA · On-site
Strong background in computational plasma physics and high-energy-density physics. * Experience with Screamer, MAGIC, HYDRA, or similar circuit and plasma codes. * Proficiency in MHD and PIC ...
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San Leandro, CA · On-site
Strong background in computational plasma physics and high-energy-density physics. * Experience with Screamer, MAGIC, HYDRA, or similar circuit and plasma codes. * Proficiency in MHD and PIC ...
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
$180 - $240/hr
The Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group (T-5) in the Theoretical Division conducts research in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, optimization and control, artificial intelligence ...
Los Alamos, NM · On-site
$180 - $240/hr
The Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group (T-5) in the Theoretical Division conducts research in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, optimization and control, artificial intelligence ...
The Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group (T-5) in the Theoretical Division conducts research in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, optimization and control, artificial intelligence ...
The Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group (T-5) in the Theoretical Division conducts research in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, optimization and control, artificial intelligence ...
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$85K - $135K/yr
Overview Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has an opening for an Electrical Safety Specialist to support the Occupational, Safety and Health Division. The Electrical Safety Specialist supports the ...
Princeton, NJ · On-site
$85K - $135K/yr
Overview Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has an opening for an Electrical Safety Specialist to support the Occupational, Safety and Health Division. The Electrical Safety Specialist supports the ...
Everett, WA · On-site
Collaborate with plasma-physics, pulsed-power, and transient-magnetics experts to expand the fidelity and fusion-relevance of ML-enabled modeling frameworks * Communicate results with rigor and ...
Everett, WA · On-site
Collaborate with plasma-physics, pulsed-power, and transient-magnetics experts to expand the fidelity and fusion-relevance of ML-enabled modeling frameworks * Communicate results with rigor and ...
$110K - $160K/yr
PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field * Experience with one or more of the following: * plasma material interactions * plasma based electric ...
$110K - $160K/yr
PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or closely related field * Experience with one or more of the following: * plasma material interactions * plasma based electric ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$198.25/hr
We are seeking a senior Space Plasma Physicist to join an existing numerical simulation and modeling team to conduct basic scientific research on radiation belts of Earth and other solar system ...
Laurel, MD · On-site
$198.25/hr
We are seeking a senior Space Plasma Physicist to join an existing numerical simulation and modeling team to conduct basic scientific research on radiation belts of Earth and other solar system ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$230K - $270K/yr
As a principal-level scientist, you will integrate cross-functional input from plasma physics, controls, machine operations, electrical engineering, and data science to mature RF pre-ionization from ...
Everett, WA · On-site
$230K - $270K/yr
As a principal-level scientist, you will integrate cross-functional input from plasma physics, controls, machine operations, electrical engineering, and data science to mature RF pre-ionization from ...
The impact you'll make You will work with the plasma physics development team for Semiverse Solutions in the Austin, Texas office. As a Staff Computational Software Software Development Engineer at ...
The impact you'll make You will work with the plasma physics development team for Semiverse Solutions in the Austin, Texas office. As a Staff Computational Software Software Development Engineer at ...
Overview Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has an opening for an Electrical Safety Specialist to support the Occupational, Safety and Health Division. The Electrical Safety Specialist supports the ...
Overview Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory has an opening for an Electrical Safety Specialist to support the Occupational, Safety and Health Division. The Electrical Safety Specialist supports the ...
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$22.62 - $24.67
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Plasma physics jobs focus on the study and practical applications of plasma. In this field, you may use plasma diagnostic techniques, help gather data through experiments, or engineer products to make use of the unique properties of plasma. Some plasma physics jobs are indirect, such as when companies manage and maintain superconducting magnetic coils to support plasma experiments. You can find many plasma physics jobs at research institutions and industrial facilities, particularly in the aerospace and electronics industries. Plasma is also a major feature of space travel, so companies that operate either in the upper atmosphere or beyond the atmosphere often offer plasma physics jobs as well.
| Aspect | Plasma Physics | Nuclear Physics |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Physics degree, specialized training in plasma phenomena | Physics or nuclear engineering degree, nuclear safety certifications |
| Work Environment | Research labs, fusion reactors, space plasma studies | Nuclear power plants, research reactors, nuclear laboratories |
| Industry Usage | Fusion energy, space science, plasma technology | Nuclear energy, medical imaging, nuclear safety |
Plasma Physics focuses on the behavior of ionized gases in various environments, often related to fusion energy and space science. Nuclear Physics studies atomic nuclei and nuclear reactions, primarily in energy production and medical applications. While both fields involve advanced physics and laboratory work, their applications and certifications differ significantly.
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