Full-Time

Scientist – Boundary Particle Transport

Posted on 8/30/2024

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

501-1,000 employees

Develops and commercializes fusion energy systems

Energy

Mid

Devens, MA, USA

Category
Lab & Research
Physical Sciences
Requirements
  • PhD in plasma physics or related field
  • Demonstrated expertise in particle fueling and/or impurity transport in the SOL of tokamaks or other fusion-relevant experiments
  • Demonstrated expertise in developing (analytical or numerical) models and validating these with experimental results
  • Experience working in rapidly evolving projects and adapting to change
  • Thorough background knowledge of research and literature in magnetic-confinement fusion
  • Perform activities such as typing, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time
  • Dedication to safety to mitigate industrial hazards that may include heat, cold, noise, fumes, strong magnets, lead (Pb), high voltage, and cryogenics
  • Willingness to travel or work required nights/weekends/on-call occasionally
Responsibilities
  • Work closely as part of the boundary physics and operations team at CFS to predict and interpret particle transport in the edge and scrape-off-layer
  • Develop high-fidelity models for predicting edge and scrape-off-layer particle and impurity transport and fueling for planning SPARC operations
  • Inform real-time-capable models of particle and impurity transport and fueling for the SPARC plasma control system
  • Manage, maintain, and compare to numerical high fidelity modeling results from various codes for plasma/neutral interaction and material migration
  • Work with the SPARC diagnostics set to develop inverse models for material migration/sputtering
  • Develop and manage international collaborations focused on fueling and particle transport relevant to SPARC and ARC
Commonwealth Fusion Systems

Commonwealth Fusion Systems

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Commonwealth Fusion Systems focuses on developing fusion energy as a clean and sustainable power source. The company utilizes advanced magnet technology, created in partnership with MIT, to build smaller and more affordable fusion systems called tokamaks. These devices use magnetic fields to confine plasma, making them an efficient method for achieving fusion. Currently, CFS is manufacturing high-temperature superconducting magnets and constructing SPARC, which aims to be the first commercially viable net energy fusion machine. The success of SPARC will lead to the development of ARC, the first fusion power plant. CFS differentiates itself from competitors by its commitment to scientific integrity and a mission-driven approach, aiming to provide cost-competitive fusion energy to help combat climate change.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

Harvard, Massachusetts

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

42%

2 year growth

106%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • CFS plans to build the world's first commercial fusion power plant in Virginia.
  • The U.S. Department of Energy supports CFS through the Milestone program.
  • Growing emphasis on net-zero emissions aligns with CFS's clean energy mission.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from startups like TAE Technologies could impact CFS's market position.
  • High costs and complexity of fusion plants may lead to financial strain.
  • Public skepticism towards nuclear projects could challenge community support for CFS.

What makes Commonwealth Fusion Systems unique

  • CFS uses rare-earth barium copper oxide superconductor technology for energy development.
  • Collaboration with MIT enhances CFS's fusion research and magnet technology innovation.
  • CFS is building SPARC, the first commercially-relevant net energy fusion machine.

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Benefits

12.5 Company-wide Holidays

Our vacation policy is 'take vacation'

Our sick time policy is 'get better and try not to make others sick'

Generous parental leave policy

Health Reimbursement

Health, Dependent Care, & Limited Purpose Flexible Spending Accounts

Delta Dental, Blue 20/20 Vision optional

Wellbeing / Headspace coverage

Short-term & long-term disability

Life and AD&D insurance

401K

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