Computational Scientist in the Artificial Intelligence for Science (AIScience)

Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory
📍 Princeton, NJ, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 03, 2026

Job Description

Overview


The Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) seeks to fill a Computational Scientist in Artificial Intelligence For Science (AI4Science) position in the Computational Sciences Department. The successful candidate will establish and solicit long-term funding for a program focused on (a) foundational research in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), and (b) application-oriented research in PPPL-relevant AI4Science topics. This is a leadership position that will strongly align with the Genesis Mission – a new initiatives in AI/ML for Science that has been launched by the Department of Energy (DOE). The incumbent will develop a fast-paced AI/ML program strategically aligned with DOE and other Federal Agency goals, ensuring that the research program advances and fits within PPPL Annual Laboratory Plans (ALP) goals.
Artificial Intelligence for Science and Energy represents a fundamental change in the scientific enterprise and an opportunity to pr...

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Job Details

  • Location Princeton, NJ
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category other-general
  • Posted Date June 03, 2026
  • Application Deadline June 09, 2026