What You Will Do

This position will be filled at either the Scientist 2 or 3 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate.  Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.

The Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) is seeking outstanding candidates for the position of CINT Scientist in the Nanoscale Electronics and Mechanics (NEM) Thrust as a member of the CINT group in the Materials Physics and Applications Division at Los Alamos.  CINT is a Department of Energy/Office of Science Nanoscale Science Research Center operated jointly by Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories for the Office of Basic Energy Sciences (BES) as a national user facility devoted to establishing the scientific principles that govern the design, performance, and integration of nanoscale materials.  The NEM thrust is composed of approximately 10 CINT scientists located at the CINT facilities at Los Alamos and Albuquerque. The scientist will work with the management team, the NEM Thrust Leader, and other members of the NEM Thrust to develop and maintain a forefront program of nanoscale science and user activities. The scientist reports to the MPA-CINT Group Leader at Los Alamos National Laboratory. The NEM scientist will carry out their own program of scientific investigation and user interactions with an emphasis on thin film synthesis, microstructural characterization (electron microscopy TEM/SEM), and a combination of functional and mechanical behavior measurements.  Experience with both in-situ mechanical and functional properties measurements is a plus.  The scientist will also have the opportunity to interact with a broader set of sponsors beyond BES who may benefit from CINT’s materials research advances in areas ranging from threat reduction to applied energy programs.

Scientist 2 ($83,000 to $136,000)

You are expected to carry out your own vigorous program of scientific investigation and user interactions within the general area of metallic, semiconductor, and ceramic thin film synthesis, nanomechanical testing and small-scale sample design and fabrication (often FIB-based), fabrication of novel nanoscale devices and structures, characterization of the structural and electronic properties of these materials, and their integration for device scale applications. You will establish a strong national reputation in your field through publications in high impact journals and presentations at national and international meetings. You will contribute to the development of new strategic initiatives and expanded technical capabilities that will impact the future of the Center and its host Laboratories.

Scientist 3 ($90,100-$152,000)

In addition to the duties outlined above, the Scientist 3 will be expected to demonstrate and maintain a national reputation as evidenced by criteria including organization of symposia and workshops at the national level, and service on national scientific societal committees and review panels.  You will lead proposal development efforts and funded projects at the multi-investigator team level and recruit and effectively mentor postdoctoral associates. You will interact with a broad set of sponsors to develop relationships that will benefit from CINT’s materials research advances in areas ranging from nanoscale electronics/mechanics, detection and sensing to energy harvesting and storage. You will contribute substantially to setting the strategic directions for your Thrust.

• Demonstrated evidence of being a scientific authority at the national level
• Have a publication, citation, and presentation record that has a broad impact within the scientific community
• Experience managing intermediate to large scale research projects
• Experience supervising technical support personnel and/or research groups
• Experience mentoring students and/or postdoctoral researchers

Desired Skills:

• The ability to obtain a DOE “Q” level clearance, which generally requires U.S. citizenship

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.

Additional Details:

No Clearance:  Position does not require a security clearance.  Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

Pre-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a pre-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 a regular status only with approval of the cognizant Principal Associate Director.

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.