Acceleron Fusion

Accelerator Physicist (Lead)

Acceleron Fusion · Cambridge, MA

Posted 1 day ago · $120,000 to $160,000

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This role has been open
1 day
Acceleron Fusion's roles stay open a median of 6 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
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Ghost-job risk at Acceleron Fusion
moderate
1 stale, 0 reposted of 3 open
Hiring momentum
3 roles opened in the last 90 days
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Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-29

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About this role

The Accelerator Physicist (Lead) at Acceleron Fusion will be responsible for the design and optimization of muon production systems for fusion technology. This role involves owning the technical strategy, leading design efforts, supervising contractors, and collaborating with various teams on engineering design and simulations. The physicist will also author technical papers and represent the program at scientific conferences.

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benefits
3/5
freshness
5/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • PhD in Physics, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with a focus on accelerator physics (or equivalent experience)
  • Deep understanding of beam dynamics and accelerator systems
  • Hands-on experience with beamlines, synchrotrons, or storage rings
  • Proficiency with accelerator and EM simulation tools (e.g., MAD-X, OPAL, elegant, GPT, CST/HFSS, COMSOL)
  • Proficiency with CAD software (e.g. SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
  • Experience with scientific computing (Python/Matlab)

Nice to have

  • National lab experience or collaborations strongly preferred
  • Muon physics or muon beamline design experience is a plus

What you get

  • Health & dental insurance
  • Retirement savings with company contribution
  • Stock options
  • Paid time off
  • Company holidays

Worth weighing

  • Salary range provided is $120,000 to $160,000, which may vary based on skills and experience
  • Travel required a few weeks per year, including international travel
  • Role requires working onsite in Cambridge, MA

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