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Job Title Nuclear Materials Postdoctoral Research Associate

Location Los Alamos, NM, US

Organization Name MST-16/Nuclear Materials Science

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What You Will Do

The Nuclear Materials Science Group (MST-16) is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated candidate for the position of Nuclear Materials Postdoc. The position will focus on reaction kinetics and gas sorption studies of interest to the group and to the selected candidate. The successful candidate will interact across the group and laboratory on projects that support LANL missions.

MST-16 is an international leader in plutonium science and engineering and supports a variety of fundamental to applied programs, including Plutonium Modernization, Pit Surveillance, Science Programs, Life Extension programs, various global security programs, and Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) projects. MST-16 maintains a multidisciplinary expertise in actinide materials science and engages in multiple areas central to laboratory missions, including materials characterization, phase stability, mechanical and dynamic properties, aging, electronic structure, corrosion, and surface science. Our work takes place in the Plutonium Facility (PF-4), the Radiological Laboratory/Utility/Office Building (RLUOB), the Target Fabrication Facility (TFF), and numerous other facilities at LANL and across the country.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or other relevant technical discipline, completed within the last five years, or will have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of appointment.
• Experience in one or more of the following: reaction kinetics, surface science techniques, synthesis, spectroscopy, thermophysical characterization, and/or microscopy.
• Dependability and ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Commitment to technical and scientific excellence as well as timeliness of deliverables.
• Record of publications and the ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written formats.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which generally requires US citizenship.

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong interest in learning new concepts, methods, and techniques.
• Background in performing experiments under minimal supervision.
• Demonstrated experience in solving problems using multidisciplinary approaches.
• Broad understanding across chemistry, materials science, and/or physics.

Note to Applicants:

For full consideration, please provide a detailed cover letter and Resume/CV.

Work Location :

This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM.

Salary

Competitive salaries are based on the date the Ph.D. degree requirements were completed or the degree was awarded. The starting salary for a new graduate is currently $94,500. For more information go to Postdoc Program website at https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

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.

No Clearance: 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.

Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, 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 applicable federal, state and local 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 a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3 .

Employment Status Full Time

Appointment Type Postdoc

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