Research Fellow in Physics

Role Description

Department

The School of Physics, Engineering and Technology brings physicists and engineers together to push the frontiers of knowledge, foster innovation and meet the grand challenges facing society. Our aim is to deliver world-leading research in both fundamental and applied areas whilst developing new technologies that work for the public good, in an environment where everyone can thrive. As a School, equality, diversity, and inclusion are central to our culture and we strive to provide a working environment which allows all staff and students to contribute fully, to flourish, and to excel. We are proud to hold IoP Juno Champion and Athena Swan silver awards, which recognise our commitment to creating an equitable and fully inclusive environment in which staff and students can thrive.

https://features.york.ac.uk/Academic-Fellow-Fusion-Jobs

The University of York is seeking to recruit three ambitious early career staff as independent Fellows in Fusion. Plasma and fusion science and engineering are acknowledged strengths at the York Plasma Institute (YPI), which sits within the School of Physics, Engineering and Technology. We intend to expand our existing research and teaching strengths in fusion, to continue delivering significant impact, and to remain at the forefront of innovation as fusion moves towards transformational changes that will benefit society. Through a collaboration with the UK Atomic Energy Authority the University is strengthening its research and teaching portfolios across fusion.  The new Fellows will contribute to and lead innovative fusion research and educational programmes.

Role

The University seeks to recruit three ambitious early career staff as Academic Fellows in Fusion. These independent Fellows will support the efficient operation of the School across all its functions, promote plasma and fusion education, supervise taught and research students and engage with University academic training programmes. The Fellows will have the freedom to define their own research interests and direction. This will be established via conducting and publishing innovative research, pursuing research funding and training PhD students. Within the YPI, the Fellows will join a community which includes leaders in plasma and fusion-related research, with focuses on:

• Magneto- and radiation-hydrodynamics;
• Fast particles;
• Divertor physics;
• Non-local heat and turbulent transport in tokamak
• High-energy density science and laser interactions in plasmas as applied to inertial fusion;
• Pedestal physics, and;
• Microwave tokamak diagnostics and heating & current drive.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

The successful candidate(s) have:

• An active commitment to respect, inclusivity, equality and diversity.
• A clear vision for: an independent research programme; supporting the UK's strategy for fusion energy, and inclusivity, equality and diversity.
• PhD in plasma or fusion science or technology or a closely related discipline.
• The ability to develop research objectives, projects and proposals.
• A well-developed analytical skills.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.

Closing Date: 15/06/2025 
Interview date: Week commencing 14/07/2025

For informal enquiries: Please contact Kate Lancaster on (kate.lancaster@york.ac.uk) or Roddy Vann on (roddy.vann@york.ac.uk).

The University strives to be diverse and inclusive  – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.

We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. 

We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork