Plasma Physicist
28AI USED FOR28%moving to73%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£30,000 - £38,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Plasma Physicist
Plasma physicists study plasma, a fourth state of matter (like a supercharged gas). They work in laboratories exploring how plasma behaves, which helps scientists develop new energy sources and understand space.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI is already used for some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Who hires for this
Culham Centre for Fusion EnergyA leading UK research centre focused on nuclear fusion, offering exciting opportunities for Plasma Physicists to work on groundbreaking projects.UK Atomic Energy AuthorityAn innovative organisation at the forefront of fusion energy research, providing a dynamic environment for scientific exploration.University of CambridgeRenowned for its research excellence, the University offers numerous opportunities for Plasma Physicists in both teaching and research.Imperial College LondonA prestigious institution with a strong focus on science and engineering, offering a vibrant research community for Plasma Physicists.Max Planck Institute for Plasma PhysicsAn international research institute with a strong presence in the UK, focusing on plasma physics and fusion research.University of OxfordA world-class university with a strong physics department, providing excellent research opportunities in plasma physics.National Physical LaboratoryThe UK's national measurement standards laboratory, offering roles that apply plasma physics in metrology and technology.AWE (Atomic Weapons Establishment)A leading employer in the UK for scientists, AWE offers roles that involve plasma physics in defence and security applications.Thales GroupAn international technology leader, Thales provides opportunities for Plasma Physicists in aerospace and defence sectors.QinetiQA science and engineering consultancy that offers roles in plasma physics, particularly in defence and security applications.