Pacific Fusion
OBA Research Scientist/Engineer – Fusion Energy Systems
San Leandro, CA · Staff+ · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$200k-$350kDetected 36 days ago
Research
About the role
- Why This Role Matters Pacific Fusion seeks accomplished scientists and engineers with expertise across the spectrum of fusion energy disciplines.
- This role is for professionals from U.S. national laboratories interested in pursuing an Outside Business Activity (OBA) in fusion energy under the expanded opportunities provided by Section 10720 of the CHIPS and Science Act.
- Under the new CHIPS Act framework, national laboratory staff can directly participate in advancing fusion energy science and technology as a Pacific Fusion employee outside of their day job at the lab.
Responsibilities
- Lead and contribute to fusion energy R&D projects from concept through prototype.
- Collaborate across disciplines to integrate fusion energy target design, fabrication, diagnostics, and supporting technologies into deployable systems.
- Support for Navigating OBA
Requirements
- Advanced degree (Ph.D. or M.S. with significant experience) in physics, engineering, or related discipline.
- A top 1% performer who gives 1000% and has a deep desire to win.
- A current national laboratory employee interested in joining PF through OBA.
- Strong computational, experimental, or engineering skills relevant to fusion energy research.
- Why Join Us
- Contribute directly to the development of commercially deployable fusion energy systems.
- Collaborate with a world-class team bridging public-private innovation in fusion energy.
- Flexible work options: positions are available from 5 to 40 hours per week with competitive salary, equity, and benefits.
Compensation
- Compensation is negotiable and ranges from a full-time equivalent salary of $200,000 to $350,000 per year plus company equity, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Pay will be prorated based on the agreed weekly hours.
- Lunch will be provided when working at a Pacific Fusion facility.
- Support for Navigating OBA
- Pacific Fusion will provide resources to help you understand and navigate your laboratory's OBA processes, ensuring compliance while enabling your participation in advancing fusion energy research with us.
- Alternatives to OBA
Benefits
- Compensation is negotiable and ranges from a full-time equivalent salary of $200,000 to $350,000 per year plus company equity, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Total Compensation & Benefits for Eligible Employees
- Generous paid time off (including sick leave, vacation, paid family leave)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- This range is for base salary, our total compensation includes equity and benefits.
Company info
- Work hard, have fun, feel rewarded, and make a difference!
Equal opportunity
- Pacific Fusion is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- If you need assistance or any accommodation, please let us know.
- Equal Opportunity Employer.
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