Postdoc – ICF-IFE theory and simulation (242)

The Extreme Light Infrastructure ERIC (ELI ERIC) is the world’s largest and most advanced high-power laser research infrastructure. As an international user facility dedicated to multi-disciplinary science, ELI provides access to world-class high-power, high-repetition-rate laser systems and enables cutting-edge research, as well as breakthrough technological innovations. The ELI ERIC operates as a single multi-site organization with two complementary facilities specialized in different fields of research with extreme light: ELI Beamlines in Dolní Břežany (Czech Republic) and ELI ALPS in Szeged (Hungary). 

ELI Beamlines Facility operates four cutting-edge high-power femtosecond laser systems reaching unprecedented intensities. The operational laser systems make unique femtosecond sources of X-rays and accelerated particles available to scientific users for pioneering research in physical, chemical, materials, life and medical sciences as well as physics of dense plasmas, warm dense matter, and laboratory astrophysics. The ELI Beamlines Facility employs over 320 researchers, engineers and other professionals from more than 40 countries.

We are looking for a new colleague to join the research & user activities of department 89: Plasma Physics & Ultra-High Intensity Interactions. Our team has the following position available: 

 Postdoc – ICF-IFE theory and simulation (242)

Job description:

• theory and simulation of laser-plasma interaction in the context of inertial fusion energy, in particular parametric instabilities, hot electron generation and broadband 
• ability to modify numerical simulation tools if necessary
• participation in predictive simulation of experiments and subsequent data analysis
• engage in publication of scientific results in refereed journals

Requirements:

• PhD in plasma physics or related topics
• experience with kinetic simulation tools, e.g. PIC 
• knowledge of macroscopic simulation tools such as FLASH would be an advantage
• background in laser-plasma interaction would be an even bigger advantage
• willingness to engage new scientific topics
• proactive and team-oriented approach to work with good communication skills
• ability to communicate in English both written and verbal

We offer: 

• opportunity to work in this unique international scientific institution
• competitive and motivating salary
• language courses, and personal development opportunities
• meal allowance, pension contribution
• 5 weeks holiday and 6 days personal leave
• leisure activity contribution though tax free Benefit Plus

If interested, please contact us – we will be happy to show you around our facility and show you what we're working on here.

Applications, containing CV, cover letter, contacts of references, and any other material the candidate considers relevant, should be sent to Mrs. Jana Ženíšková, HR Senior Specialist (jana.zeniskova@eli-beams.eu, +420 601 560 322). 

Information on the processing of personal data can be found on https://www.eli-beams.eu/informace-o-zpracovani-vasich-osobnich-udaju-gdpr/. We are an equal opportunity employer.