Scope of work:

Post-doctoral research assistants will ensure part of the scientific expertise needed to prepare the ELI-NP experiments. Post-doctoral research assistants will pursue their activity in the working groups led by Research Scientists. Personal initiative concerning scientific research will be also encouraged.

Main Responsabilities:

Main Tasks:

• Improving scientific knowledge and competencies in ELI-NP research topics
• Performing tasks within Laser Gamma Experiments Department (LGED) related to one or more of the following subjects: Numerical PIC simulations, MHD simulations, Processing simulation data
• Participating in scientific meetings and conferences
• Participating in the implementation of the setups foreseen in the Technical Design Reports (TDRs) for ELI-NP experiments
• Participating in specific activities during the installation and commissioning phase
• Providing support for the preparation of the technical documents for the acceptance of Project's deliverables
• Actively and efficiently involving in the dialog and communication within the ELI-NP team and promoting a harmonious collaboration framework.

Professional background:

• PhD degree in plasma physics or interaction of radiation with matter
• Experience with high-performance-computing (HPC) on clusters or supercomputers
• Relevant experience with particle-in-cell (PIC) simulations
• Programming: C/ C++ and/or Fortran
• Linux proficiency
• Proficient in at least one of the post-processing tools such as Matlab, IDL and VisIt;
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken;
• Goal-oriented attitude
• Taking ownership of handled tasks
• Willingness to continuously improve and develop new skills
• Proven teamwork experience, communication and efficient collaboration skills
• Availability to travel and perform work stages abroad.

Working arrangements/Conditions of employment:

• Full time position, based in Bucharest - Magurele, Romania, for a period 1 (one) year with the possibility of extension. .
• Included: private medical coverage, paid annual leave.
• Motivating salary, at European level, based on qualifications and experience.
• The candidate should be available to travel abroad for scientific collaboration at various research infrastructures, for part of their time.

Applications:

The applications shall be accompanied by the documents requested in the Rules of Selection for this position.
The applications shall be sent to the Human Resources Department at human.resources@eli-np.ro