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Research Assistant

Columbia University
United States, New York, New York
Jul 25, 2025
Job Type: Support Staff - Non-Union Bargaining Unit: Regular/Temporary: Temporary End Date if Temporary: 8/31/2026 Hours Per Week: 35 Standard Work Schedule: Building: Salary Range: 24.23 to 24.40 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Position Summary Under PI supervision, the Research Assistant will help with the development of a new stellarator experiment in the Columbia Plasma Physics Laboratory. The assistant will be responsible for using and developing the numerical optimization software to design new equilibria and electromagnetic coils of interest. Additional analysis may be performed, including assessment of manufacturing errors, transport, stability, and electromagnetic forces with numerical modeling. If required, the assistant may aid in the hardware development for the new electromagnetic coils. Responsibilities (70%) Perform numerical optimization to obtain new (signs of interest) (20%) Perform associated analysis (10%) Dissemination of results through manuscripts and scientific presentations Perform related duties & responsibilities as assigned/requested Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in physics or related fields Knowledge of Python programming At least two years of experience in a research environment Preferred Qualifications Exposure to plasma physics/science research or coursework Knowledge of C++ programming Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.