Tess Bernard
About Tess Bernard
Tess Bernard is a Postdoctoral Scholar at General Atomics, with a strong academic background in Physics, holding a Ph.D. from The University of Texas at Austin. Bernard has held various research and teaching positions at notable institutions, including Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory and Texas Christian University.
Current Role at General Atomics
Tess Bernard has been serving as a Postdoctoral Scholar at General Atomics since 2019. In this role, she engages in advanced research, contributing to projects that align with the organization's focus on innovative technologies and scientific advancements. Her work involves collaboration with other researchers and professionals in the field, aiming to further knowledge and applications in physics.
Previous Experience at The University of Texas at Austin
Tess Bernard held multiple positions at The University of Texas at Austin. She worked as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2014 to 2019, where she contributed to various research projects in physics. Additionally, she served as an Assistant Instructor from 2015 to 2016 and as a Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2013 to 2014, providing instruction and support to undergraduate students in physics courses. She also coordinated the Physics Circus for eight months in 2017.
Research Experience at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory
Tess Bernard was a Visiting Researcher at Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL) for two separate periods, first in 2017 for seven months and then from 2018 to 2019 for eleven months. During her time at PPPL, she engaged in research focused on plasma physics, contributing to the laboratory's mission of advancing fusion energy research.
Educational Background in Physics
Tess Bernard earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physics from The University of Texas at Austin, completing her studies from 2013 to 2019. Prior to this, she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Physics and a Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.) in Ballet from Texas Christian University. Her educational background combines rigorous scientific training with an artistic discipline.
Early Career at Texas Christian University and Festival Ballet Providence
Before her extensive academic career in physics, Tess Bernard worked as a Senior Research Project at Texas Christian University for eight months in 2007 to 2008. She also had a background in the arts, serving as a Company Artist with Festival Ballet Providence from 2008 to 2011, where she performed and contributed to various ballet productions.