Research Associate

Role Description

Department

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The project involves including a complete model of strong field quantum electrodynamics (SFQED) processes in our simulation codes for ultra-high intensity laser matter interactions. This will be conducted in the laser-matter interactions group at York, a world-leading group in this field. The new code will then be used to simulate first experiments exploring SFQED in plasmas, similar to extreme astrophysical environments such as pulsar magnetospheres.Role

The successful candidate will be expected to perform high impact research in the field of laser-plasma interactions and strong-field physics. They will also be expected to provide support for experiments and development of simulation tools for the community. They will work with the UK open source EPOCH code and become active developers of this code . They will work with our network of collaborators at experimental facilities in the UK and worldwide to realise and observe plasma dominated by SFQED effects for the first time.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

You will have:

• A PhD in plasma or strong-field physics or a related discipline
• A degree in physics or a related subject
• Experience with numerical simulation

Interview date: TBC

For informal enquiries: please contact Prof Christopher RIdgers christopher.ridgers@york.ac.uk or PET-HR on (pet-hr@york.ac.uk)

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

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