Director of the Institute for Fusion Studies

Job Posting Title:

Director of the Institute for Fusion StudiesHiring Department:

Department of PhysicsPosition Open To:

All ApplicantsWeekly Scheduled Hours:

40FLSA Status:

ExemptEarliest Start Date:

ImmediatelyPosition Duration:

Expected to Continue Until Aug 15, 2028Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUSJob Details:The Department of Physics plays a pivotal role in advancing knowledge, nurturing the next generation of physicists, and making a lasting impact on the world of physics.The College of Natural Sciences at UT Austin strives to foster a work environment that enables all employees to contribute at the highest possible level to support the mission of the University.The university offers an impressive benefits package including:Employer paid health insurance (employee premiums covered at 100%; spouse and family premiums at 50%)Dental, vision, life and disability insurance optionsPaid vacation and sick leavePaid holidaysRetirement planThe Department of Physics at the University of Texas at Austin invites applications for the position of Director of the Institute for Fusion Studies (IFS). Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in Physics or a related discipline and must demonstrate creativity, vision, and leadership abilities.Job Description Summary:

Manage the scientific staff of the Institute for Fusion Studies, manage and foster the progress of the scientific mission of the Center over multiple grants, actively participate and contribute as a fusion scientist on individual research. Work with the AD of the Department to assure that IFS administrative needs are met.Responsibilities:Manage the research progress of Center's research scientists and graduate research assistants to fulfill the mission of our federally sponsored grants. Collaborate and communicate research results with other Institute scientists, present and participate in seminars and other scientific activities of the Institute. Manage Center office space. Manage the visitor program to facilitate international research collaborations.Author annual progress report for the IFS DOE Block Grant, organizing input from IFS research scientists and postdocs. Every 3 years, author the renewal submission for the IFS DOE Block Grant, including supervising the preparation of the details of all publications, graduate program and graduates, visitors and collaborations, participation in fusion conferences and workshops, community service, and proposed research.Attend conferences and workshops to present research results and promote research activities. Collaborate with scientists at external institutions to further the mission of the Institute. Represent the UT Fusion Program via educational and updating visits to the US Congress. Participate in professional activities, i.e., committee member, journal referee, grant proposal reviewer, conference organizer, review and program advisory panels, etc. Contribute to grant proposals by other IFS PIs.Recruit and hire personnel, conduct promotion including the preparation and review of corresponding documents, prepare and or review reduction in force documents, when necessary, and manage the corresponding procedure. Conduct annual performance evaluations for all research staff and make decisions on merit increases. Monitor annual self-evaluations for all research faculty and make recommendations to the Chairperson on merit increases.Develop and apply physics models for plasma dynamics. Compare theoretical models and experimental results. Write and publish research results in papers in refereed journals and reports.Serve on Physics Department Committees as requested by Chairperson. Support educational mission by providing graduate as well as undergraduate students with research training opportunities and access to facilities.Responsible for the management of the Center's funds, in particular the IFS DOE grant, for appropriate use and distribution. Manage the use of the Center's ICR funds and discretionary account.Prepare detailed report for ORU reviews every 6 years as required under HOP 7-1030 and as scheduled by the Dean.Required Qualifications:

PhD in Physics. A body of scientific research published in refereed scientific journals. Professional demeanor and ability to represent the Center at the College and University level as well as at external institutes, such as sponsoring agencies, US Congress, and collaborators at other universities and federal labs.Preferred Qualifications:

Experience at the associate director level managing scientific and administrative staff. Experience teaching Physics courses.Salary Range:

$180,000 - $225,000 DOEWorking Conditions:Some lifting and moving of equipment may be required.May work in standard office conditions.Required Materials:Resume/CVCover LetterStatement of goals as the Director (may be included in cover letter)Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action.

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