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Summer 2026
The IFE‑STAR Summer Undergraduate Research Experience (SURE) offers students a deep dive into fusion energy science through hands‑on research projects across leading national labs, universities, and industry partners.
Participants work alongside world‑class scientists on cutting‑edge problems in inertial fusion energy, high‑energy‑density physics, plasma diagnostics, and quantum science. The program fosters professional development, networking, and pathways into STEM careers.
Students are fully supported with mentorship, stipends, and opportunities to present their work.
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Application/Recommendation(s) Deadline: January 15, 2026 @ 5 PM Eastern Time
The Office of Fusion Energy Sciences (FES) supports research with four strategic goals:
As a postdoctoral fellow in the FES Postdoctoral Research Program, you will conduct independent research related to the FES mission at a hosting facility of your choice. Fellows gain hands-on experience, access to advanced facilities, professional training, and opportunities to collaborate with leading scientists in fusion energy and plasma science.
Location: You are responsible for identifying a host facility and mentor whose research aligns with your goals. Information on hosting facilities can be found at orise.orau.gov/doe-fes-postdoc.
Provisions: Annual stipend of $90,000, a health insurance supplement, $3,000 relocation allowance (if eligible), and $4,000 annual travel allowance for FES-related conferences.
Qualifications: Applicants must be U.S. Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents who have received a doctoral degree in a relevant science or engineering discipline within four years of the desired start date (or expect to complete requirements before starting). Applicants must be available to conduct research at the hosting facility for up to two years.
Preferred Fields: Chemical Engineering, Computational Plasma Physics, Computer Science, Experimental Plasma Physics, Material Science, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Nuclear Engineering, Physics, Plasma-Material Interfacial Science, Theoretical Plasma Physics.
Learn more and apply for the DOE Postdoctoral Research Program →
Questions? Email fusion@orau.org and include the reference code [DOE-FES-2026] in the subject line.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) in the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering at Colorado State University (CSU) invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track faculty position beginning Fall 2026.
Candidates are sought with interests that complement and expand upon current departmental research in high intensity laser–matter interactions, high power lasers, and high energy density science — including laser fusion applications.
ECE is home to the Advanced Lasers for Extreme Photonics Center and serves as an active node in LaserNetUS, the Department of Energy network of the most powerful lasers in North America. The department also leads the RISE Fusion Energy Hub (DOE-funded) and co-leads the NSF/Moore Foundation Center for Coatings Research.
In support of this research, CSU is constructing the $150M Advanced Technology Laser Applications and Sciences (ATLAS) facility, to be completed in early 2027. ATLAS will house state-of-the-art petawatt-class lasers through a public–private partnership with Marvel Fusion, offering unique capabilities for advancing high energy density science and laser fusion.
The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vibrant, externally funded research program, engage in interdisciplinary collaborations, and educate the next generation of scientists and engineers.
