ITER Research and Operations Coordinator

The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory is a world-class fusion energy research laboratory managed by Princeton University for the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. PPPL is dedicated to developing the scientific and technological knowledge base for fusion energy. The Laboratory advances the fields of fusion energy and plasma physics research to develop the scientific understanding and key innovations needed to realize fusion as an energy source for the world.

The Princeton University Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) invites applications for an ITER Research and Operations Coordinator (IROC).

 

The IROC will work closely with PPPL Research and Engineering departments and the ITER Diagnostics and Infrastructure Project teams at PPPL to coordinate, organize, and facilitate ITER research and operations plans, proposals, and projects. An initial list of IROC responsibilities includes (not necessarily in priority order):

 

• Obtaining a detailed understanding of the ITER Research Plan, identification of potential areas of research and operational leadership for the U.S. and PPPL research communities, and development and coordination of proposals responding to DOE FES solicitations for developing the ITER research team. Potential target research areas include plasma control, whole device modelling, remote participation and analysis infrastructure, and operations team formation.
• Representing PPPL at national workshops defining team formation and governance structures for the ITER research team
• Representing PPPL and the national burning plasma research community in the development of technical infrastructure requirements for remote collaboration and advanced data visualization capabilities in the Princeton Plasma Innovation Center (PPIC).
• Identification and coordination of diagnostic physicist participation (PPPL and collaborators) in the design, scope development, risk evaluation, technical review, and costing and scheduling of diagnostic tasks in the ITER Diagnostics and Infrastructure Project led by PPPL.
• Identification and exploitation of ITER research and operations activities that support design and operation of a U.S. Fusion Pilot Plant.
• Development, hiring, and management of staff and field work proposals to support IROC goals.

Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. in plasma physics, fusion science, nuclear engineering, or closely related discipline

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of burning plasma research, operations, engineering, diagnostics, and simulations
• Experience in scientific leadership, team development, proposal development, successful funding
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently across departments and organizations to achieve goals
• Ability to effectively negotiate and communicate with domestic and international stakeholders
• Ability to define, write, and communicate a compelling vision aligned with the missions and goals of PPPL and DOE

Physical Requirements:

• Periodic domestic and international travel may be required to execute the duties of this position.
• Extended visits to the ITER site in Cadarache, France may also be periodically required. 

Princeton University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO IS THE LAW

Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from participation in certain foreign government talent recruitment programs. All PPPL employees are required to disclose any participation in a foreign government talent recruitment program and may be required to withdraw from such programs to remain employed under the DOE Contract.

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