To represent the Nuclear Fusion journal scientifically and provide guidance to the IAEA on journal operations.
Functions / Key Results Expected
Develop an in-depth knowledge of the journal coverage and make recommendations to the IAEA and the Board of Editors (BoE) for actions to develop the journal academically;
Provide advice on matters relating to the journal peer review, including timely adjudications on disputed papers. S/he also considers appeals and scope questions and suggests referees for unusual or controversial work. S/he has access to academic networks in fusion and is able to delegate to experts as appropriate;
Identify and talk with the key research groups and individuals to make sure that Nuclear Fusion journal is seen as the forum of choice for the best research; and In conjunction with the IAEA, communicate with the journal chairperson the Associate Editor for Inertial Confinement Fusion and the BoE to ensure members are engaged with the journal and can circulate their ideas and suggestions for areas of development, review papers and special issues. The Scientific Editor will consider, moderate and then work with the IAEA to implement proposals.
Note: this assignment will be spread out over a year.
Qualifications and Experience
1. Advanced University Degree in physics, engineering or a related field.
2. Required-Skills and Experience
• Plasma Physics
3. It is expected that the consultant will be a high-level fusion expert, active in the field. S/he must represent the journal to the community and therefore be of sufficient standing and reputation to do so.
4. A broad expertise in fusion and plasma physics, with in an experience in both theoretical and experimental aspects and specialization in some of the following is required: Magnetic confinement fusion (MCF) science including confinement, transport, turbulence, MHD and energetic particles, fusion materials and technologies.
5. S/he should demonstrate a strong academic / research background demonstrated by publication record. S/he should have prominence in the fusion field with leadership experience at a significant fusion facility and high-level involvement in international collaborations.
6. Proven experience in both building committee consensus and in being a decision taker is required.
7. An extensive and effective history of supporting Nuclear Fusion journal as referee and author is desirable.
8. Experience in working at a number of fusion facilities and with international teams is desirable.
9. Experience as Editor or board member on an academic journal is desirable.
10. Years of experience in a role in fusion: 15 years
11. Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Remuneration
The remuneration for this consultancy is a daily fee of up to a maximum of € 420, based on qualifications and experience. In case duty travel is required within the assignment, a daily subsistence allowance (DSA) and travel costs are provided. Health coverage and pension fund are the responsibility of the incumbent.