Senior Plasma Physicist

Stellenbeschreibung:

Proxima Fusion – About Us

At Proxima Fusion, we are driven by a bold mission – to redefine the future of sustainable energy. Our unique concept, built upon the groundbreaking W7-X stellarator and the latest advances in technology, paves the way for commercially viable fusion power plants.

What’s more, our work in stellarator optimization, powered by cutting‑edge computation and machine‑learning, is propelling us into uncharted territories of fusion technology. New higher‑performance design points are unlocked by high‑temperature superconducting magnets.

To fully grasp this huge opportunity, we’re building a team of extremely dedicated and passionate people who come together to drive something extraordinary and radically transform technology worldwide.

Senior Plasma Physicist – Your Impact

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Plasma Physicist to join our stellarator design team. You will lead the conceptualisation and development of key scientific analysis workflows and contribute to novel research in magnetic confinement fusion, helping to drive our mission to design, build, and operate a net‑energy stellarator.

Why Join Proxima Fusion

You will work on some of the most complex tech challenges to bring abundant, safe, clean energy to the world.
You will join and learn from an exceptional selection of accomplished and driven individuals.
You will do the life’s best work and enjoy the journey.
You will prove that big things are possible in Europe when you assemble the best talent.

What You Will Do

Contribute to the definition of requirements and conceptualise the design of critical stellarator components such as heating systems and divertors.
Develop and enhance our physics and engineering simulation stack.
Collaborate with partners from public institutions to foster innovation and knowledge exchange.
Mentor team members and guide them in achieving project milestones.

Who You Are

High performers who love challenges and see these as learning opportunities.
Not afraid to experiment, take risks, and learn from mistakes; valuing continuous iterations and getting things done.
Holder of a PhD in Plasma Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or a related field, with a focus on magnetic confinement fusion – preferably on a toroidal confinement device.
Demonstrated expertise in one or more of the following areas: core transport, plasma heating, MHD, edge physics, or scenario development.
Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to make informed decisions in a fast‑paced environment.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Interview Process

Recruiter Interview (30-60 min)
Technical Screening (30 min)
Technical Panel (3×60 min)
CEO call (30 min)

Diversity & Inclusion

At Proxima Fusion, our mission is bold: making limitless clean energy a reality. To get there, we need a high‑performing, diverse team that brings different perspectives, challenges assumptions, and builds together with purpose. We know that diversity of thought and experience leads to better ideas, stronger execution, and a more resilient team. We don’t look at how you identify, what you look like, who you choose to worship or what ethnicity you are. We care about what you can bring to the table.