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We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher to investigate the control of Alfvén eigenmodes (AEs) in the DIII-D tokamak. The research will explore innovative approaches to controlling energetic-particle-driven instabilities, with the goal of improving energetic particle confinement and advancing high-performance plasma scenarios for future fusion reactors.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development and experimental implementation of Plasma Control System (PCS)-based real-time control strategies, including approaches that leverage electron cyclotron heating (ECH) to modify Alfvén eigenmode stability and amplitude. Opportunities include integrating physics-based models, advanced control algorithms, and machine learning with experiments on DIII-D.

Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Real-time control algorithms
• Energetic particles and Alfvén eigenmode physics
• Machine learning and data-driven modeling
• Electron cyclotron heating and current drive

Applicants should have a Ph.D. in physics, applied physics, or a related field, along with strong analytical, computational, or experimental research skills. Experience in magnetic confinement fusion is desirable.

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