· Develop/demonstrate a thorough knowledge of and capability with large, multi-physics codes.
· Apply multi-physics codes to solve problems of national security interest.
· Contribute to one or more of these related tasks: experimental design and analysis, model development efforts, data evaluation, and code validation.
· Contribute to both individual and team efforts.
· Learn and develop skills in complementary disciplines to demonstrate generalist capabilities.
· Work with a wide variety of colleagues with varying backgrounds on research covering multiple physics areas in order to solve difficult problems.
· Demonstrate a commitment to quality research, technical and scientific excellence, professional integrity, and personal initiative.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
· Graduate level training in multi-disciplinary sciences.
· A desire to contribute to issues related to national security.
· Experience with one or more of these related tasks: experimental design and analysis, model development efforts, data evaluation, and code validation.
· Demonstrated commitment to quality research, technical and scientific excellence, professional integrity, and personal initiative.
Desired Skills:
· Experience with large-scale computing.
· Familiarity with design and analysis of nuclear weapons.
· Experience in designing, analyzing and/or conducting experiments.
· Technical leadership experience.
· Supervisory or mentoring experience.
· Knowledge and experience relative to uncertainty and/or risk analysis.
Education: BS or MS degree in science from an accredited college or university required. PhD preferred with postdoctoral work in one of the following or in a related field: Physics, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or Materials Science.
Notes to Applicants: Please submit a detailed cover letter with your resume addressing all required and desired skills (please save cover letter with job number and name).
Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.
Our diverse workforce enjoys a collegial work environment focused on creative problem solving, where everyone’s opinions and ideas are valued. We are committed to work-life balance, as well as both personal and professional growth. We consider our creative and dedicated scientific professionals to be our greatest assets, and we take pride in cultivating their talents, supporting their efforts, and enabling their successes. We provide mentoring to help new staff build a solid technical and professional foundation, and to smoothly integrate into the culture of LANL.
· Compensation and Benefits
· Competitive salaries
· Multiple options for work schedule
· Exercise facility free for staff use
· Choice of comprehensive medical plans
· Paid sick time and disability insurance
· 401k (100% match up to 6% + kicker)
· Fully vested in 401k on day one
Los Alamos, New Mexico enjoys excellent weather, clean air, and outstanding public schools. This is a safe, low-crime, family-oriented community with frequent concerts and events as well as quick travel to many top ski resorts, scenic hiking & biking trails, and mountain climbing. The short drive to work includes stunning views of rugged canyons and mesas as well as the Sangre de Cristo mountains. Many employees also live in the nearby state capital, Santa Fe, which is known for world-class restaurants, art galleries, and opera.
Additional Details:
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
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