Job DescriptionThis position involves computational research on fusion nuclear materials within a multi-scale modeling framework. The main task focuses on contributing to and using the cluster dynamics code Xolotl to assess irradiation effects on hydrogen transport in fusion materials. The post-doc will work on a diverse and energetic team in the development of these capabilities and interface with research scientists at National Laboratories for code benchmarking and experimental validation.
Additional duties include technical interactions with undergraduate and graduate students, contributing to and developing new research initiatives, writing peer reviewed scientific journal articles, and fiscal and technical management of research projects.
ResponsibilitiesThe appointment would be a limited term appointment, approximately 1 year with the possibility of renewal for future years. The end goal after the appointment would be for you to secure a permanent position that is compatible with your interest. The objective will be to also assist managing ongoing funded projects and to work with a mentor to prepare research proposals that are competitive for U.S. federal funding agencies to generate new projects.
QualificationsEDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Position requires a Ph.D. degree in Nuclear Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or an equivalent field.
- The successful applicant will be a PhD graduate, with demonstrated experience with continuum scale material modeling techniques.
- The candidate must have a good publication record of peer-reviewed, archival journal publications that documents the ability to contribute to, perform, and interpret cluster dynamics simulations.
- Computer proficiency in programming, word processing, and presentation graphics is required.
APPLICANT INFORMATION: Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three references. For questions or inquiries please contact Prof. Sophie Blondel, email: sblondel@utk.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
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