Dear Colleagues,

The Basic Plasma Science Facility is seeking an exceptional candidate to
fill a Postdoctoral Scholar position in experimental plasma physics. An
ideal candidate should have received, or is about to receive, a PhD in
Plasma Physics or a related field, along with a demonstrated background
in laboratory experiments. This position primarily involves tasks
related to the operation, maintenance, and upgrades of the Solar Plasma
Device. Additionally, the successful candidate may contribute to the
local group research on the Large Plasma Device. The Solar Plasma Device
is used to conduct appropriately scaled laboratory plasma experiments,
aiming to gain a comprehensive understanding of eruptive plasma
phenomena in solar and heliospheric plasmas. Recent experiments have
focused on identifying eruptions precursors and exploring the impact of
eruption through plasma wave destabilization, particle acceleration, and
heating of the ambient plasma. The role of plasma flows and reconnection
will be explored during the advanced stages of the project. These topics
are at the forefront of fundamental research in solar and plasma
physics, offering an excellent opportunity for impactful publications
and presentations in science meetings.

The regular duration of the position would be two years, with a possible
extension upon agreement. Applications will be considered until the
position is filled. However, for full consideration in the first review
of applicants, materials should be submitted by August 1, 2023. Please
visit https://plasma.physics.ucla.edu/ about the Basic Plasma Science Facility. Application and documentation requirements and other details of this position can be found on the job
application link: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF08512.

Any question related to application requirements or document uploads on
the website should be directed to khernandez@physics.ucla.edu. Please
direct any other question to tripathi@physics.ucla.edu.

Sincerely,

Shreekrishna Tripathi
Troy Carter
Marco Velli
University of California, Los Angeles