Organization: U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)
Administered by: Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE)

Location: Various DOE labs and partner institutions across the USA

Position Overview
National fellowship to support postdocs working in fusion energy and plasma science. Fellows conduct research at DOE facilities on topics such as plasma physics, high-energy density plasmas, and fusion technology.

Duration / Type of Position

• Full-time postdoctoral fellowship 
• Typically 2–3 years (depending on project and host lab)

Start Date

• Applications due January 2026; start dates negotiated with host labs after selection

Supervisor / Contact Person

• Mentor identified in the host DOE FES project

Required Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant science/engineering field (e.g., physics, plasma physics, nuclear, electrical, mechanical) within 4 years of the deadline 
• U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated research productivity 
• Experience in plasma/fusion-related topics

Application Materials

• Online application via ORISE system 
• CV and research statement 
• Letters of recommendation (submitted via the portal)

Application Deadline

• 15 January 2026, 5:00 PM EST (applications and recommendation letters)

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive stipend 
• Travel allowance 
• Relocation allowance (if >50 miles) 
• Health insurance support

Apply Here (copyable link)

 https://orise.orau.gov/doe-fes-postdoc/index.html orise.orau.gov

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