Description:   Offers recent doctoral degree recipients the opportunity to conduct research in DOE fusion energy research and development programs. Participants acquire training in areas of fusion energy, interact with outstanding scientists and engineers, and have access to advanced equipment and facilities.

Discipline(s):   physical sciences; engineering; mathematics; related scientific disciplines

Eligibility:  U.S. Citizens and Legal Permanent Residents. Recent (within three years of desired start date) doctoral degree recipients or those expected to complete all doctoral degree requirements prior to desired start date; the desired start date must be before December 31 of the application year.

Location(s):   Various locations across U. S. Laboratories and contractor sites supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Fusion Energy Sciences

Duration:   One year; normally renewable for a second year

Frequency:  Annually

Awards made:  Number varies

Deadline(s):  March 1

Benefits:  $61,200 annual stipend; limited reimbursement for health and medical insurance costs; inbound travel and moving expenses

Funding source(s):  U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Fusion Energy Sciences

How to apply:  Application materials available at http://www.orau.gov/fusion.

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