MSIPP postdoctoral researcher

What You Will Do

This job posting will be used to identify postdoctoral candidates and match them to open positions across Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). Selected candidates may be placed into the following Divisions:

• A-Division | Analytics, Intelligence and Technology

• B-Division | Bioscience

• C-Division | Chemistry

• E-Division | Engineering Technology & Design

• EES-Division | Earth & Environmental Sciences

• ISR-Division | Intelligence and Space Research

• J-Division | Integrated Weapons Experiments

• M-Division | Dynamic Experiments

• MST-Division | Materials Science & Technology

• MPA-Division | Materials Physics and Applications

• NEN-Division | Nuclear Engineering and Nonproliferation

• P-Division | Physics

• Sigma-Division

• Q-Division | Weapon Stockpile Modernization

• W-Division | Weapon Systems Engineering

As a postdoctoral researcher, selected applicants will have the opportunity to make an impact at one of the most prestigious and innovative multidisciplinary research institutions in the world.

Selected candidates will

• Create, design, analyze, and build the tools, instruments, and systems that researchers need to explore, monitor, test, and discover natural and man-made phenomena.

• Apply engineering principles, theories, concepts, and practices to contribute to solutions for a broad range of technical challenges of national importance.

• Serve as a member of integrated research and development (R&D) teams to answer science and engineering challenges.

• Assist in the research, design, testing, analysis, verification, and validation of engineering and technology solutions in support of R&D initiatives.

• Learn advanced technologies and analysis techniques employed by the Los Alamos National Laboratory engineering community.

• Adapt to evolving R&D requirements while meeting safety, security, compliance, and schedule imperatives.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of engineering concepts, principles, practices, and procedures, as demonstrated by experience researching, designing, testing, analyzing, verifying, and validating engineering solutions.

• Basic knowledge along with any class project experience with analysis or testing in one or more of the following STEM areas: Biology, Chemistry, Coding, Manufacturing, Physics, Nuclear, Materials, Math, Data acquisition and analysis.

• Demonstrated ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written communications.

Education: Position requires a PhD in STEM from an accredited institution received within the past 5 years.

Desired Qualifications:

Candidates selected for this position are most competitive when they also possess the following knowledge and skills:

• Hands on laboratory experience

• Computer programming

• Work experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safety;

• Commitment to achieving results in a team environment.

• Leadership experience.

Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

§ PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

§ Dental and vision insurance

§ Free basic life and disability insurance

§ Paid childbirth and parental leave

§ Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

§ Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

§ Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (~~~) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

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. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

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 regard 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 ~~~ or call ~~~ option 1.