· Ability to develop heuristics and other fast, standalone solution approaches to network optimization problems. This includes strong skills in at least one programming language.
· Working knowledge of one or more optimal solvers such as CPLEX, GUROBI, XPRESS, or open-source solvers.
· Ability to support interface design and development, including relevant computer programming skills.
· Demonstrated knowledge or willingness to understand energy- and climate-related issues including CCS.
· Aptitude for working with geospatial data including GIS and GIScience skills.
· Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publications.
· Excellent communication, writing, and oral presentation skills.
Desired Skills:
· In-depth spatial data analysis such as geostatistics.
· Understanding and ability to work in high-performance computing (HPC) environments.
· Working knowledge of CCS including CO2 capture, transport, and storage/sequestration.
Education and background: Candidates must have received a Ph.D. within the last five years (or pending early 2017) in an optimization-related field such as engineering, applied mathematics, management science, geography, or earth science. Preferred candidates will have effective written and oral communication skills, demonstrated ability to publish peer-reviewed papers, and the ability to work in a diverse and dynamic team. We anticipate the candidate to start in winter or spring 2017.
Notes to Applicants: Apply for this position through LANL’s online application system. In addition, please send a résumé and a short research statement (not to exceed one page)—including a short biography (2-3 lines), research interests, and future career goals—to Dr. Richard Middleton (rsm@lanl.gov). Please contact Dr. Middleton with any questions about this position.
The salary range for this postdoctoral research position is $73,600–$87,700 depending upon years since degree.
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:
Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
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.
Candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious Marie Curie, Richard P. Feynman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Fellowships.
For general information to go to Postdoc Program.
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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