Joost Croonen

Computational plasma physicist with a Ph.D. in applied mathematics, specializing in advanced simulation models for complex systems. Skilled in C++ and Python programming, with additional experience in high-performance computing. Proficient in algorithm design, data-driven methods, and numerical modelling.

Experienced in presenting and teaching scientific topics, fostering clear and effective communication. Motivated to apply scientific software development expertise to tackle cutting-edge challenges in research and industry.

Ph.D. Researcher at Centre for Mathematical Plasma Astrophysics, KU Leuven (2019-01 – 2024-01)

• Designed and validated computational methods to study complex dynamic systems.
• Applied statistical and machine learning techniques to large experimental datasets.
• Utilized HPC infrastructure for detailed physics-based simulations.

Ph.D. in Mathematics – KU Leuven Centre for Mathematical Plasma Astrophysics (2019-01 – 2024-01)

M.Sc. in Astronomy & Astrophysics – KU Leuven (2017-01 – 2019-01)

B.Sc. in Physics – KU Leuven (2014-01 – 2017-01)