Research Associate - Plasma Physics for Fusion Energy

About the role

The School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences (SPMS) at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, is recruiting a Research Associate in plasma physics for fusion energy. The project studies electromagnetic turbulence in tokamak boundary plasmas using a three-dimensional, flux-driven, nonlinear two-fluid simulation code, aiming to understand how electromagnetic fluctuations affect turbulence and particle and heat transport in the plasma edge and scrape-off layer. The Research Associate works at NTU closely with the plasma research group and international collaborators.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct theoretical and numerical studies of electromagnetic turbulence and transport in tokamak boundary plasmas.
• Develop and test physical models and numerical capabilities within a three-dimensional two-fluid simulation framework.
• Perform linear and nonlinear simulations on high-performance computing systems.
• Verify simulation results against analytical predictions, conservation laws and benchmark cases.
• Analyse fluctuations, turbulent transport and energy transfer using dedicated diagnostics.
• Contribute to code documentation, scientific reports, publications and research presentations.

Required profile

• Master's degree in physics or a closely related discipline.
• Sound foundation in theoretical physics, particularly electromagnetism and fluid dynamics, with basic knowledge of plasma physics.
• Background in theoretical physics; ability to analyse simulation data and interpret results using physical principles.
• Ability to work effectively in an international environment.