Computational Scientist-Hydrogen Isotope Science & Fusion Energy
Savannah River National LaboratorySouth Carolina, United States
Posted December 4, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation.
Job Description
The Hydrogen Isotope Science Group at SRNL is seeking a motivated scientist with expertise in computational materials simulation, process-structure-property relationships, and modeling of unit operations for hydrogen isotope processing and fusion energy applications.
Requirements
- Develop computational models for hydrogen isotope processing systems
- Perform physics-based modeling of material under extreme conditions, involving radiation, high temperatures, and magnetic fields.
- Collaborate with scientists and engineers across different organizations.
- Employ advanced computational methods such as molecular dynamics (MD), Monte Carlo, and finite element analysis (FEA), applied mathematical modeling and statistics to address hydrogen isotope processing and fusion energy challenges.
- Present findings as applicable to internal or external stakeholders, including technical conferences, business meetings and peer-reviewed publications.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision options
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance Non-Contributary 1X salary
- AD&D Non-contributary 1x salary
- Savings & Investment plan
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Plan