Post-doc position in Experimental fluids lab
- Req. Number: IRC142689
- Organization : P-2/Applied and Fundamental Physics
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to do cutting-edge experimental fluid dynamics research? The Extreme Hydro team at Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking for a post-doc (2-3 year appointment) to join our team! Our focus is designing innovative experiments with precision measurements under various flow conditions, including subsonic and shocked variable-density turbulence and multiphase flows, and higher energy density experiments at user facilities such as OMEGA and NIF. The work includes opportunities to work on:
You will be part of a diverse team, and you will work on your own project with regular meetings with the team and your mentor. You will design, and set up your experiment, record and work to understand your experimental data. You will have opportunities to publish high-quality experimental results and to present your work at conferences. We work closely with numerical physicists to simulate the experimental results and incorporate the experimental data into modeling efforts.
The LANL Postdoctoral Program is a pipeline for hiring technical staff at the Laboratory, many of whom first joined LANL as postdocs. Additional opportunities for career growth are offered through the LANL Postdoctoral Program, such as attending seminars on CV and proposal writing, networking events, and opportunities to attend talks covering a diverse range of scientific fields.
The Applied and Fundamental Physics Group (P-2) at LANL is a diverse group of experimental physicists, engineers, technicians, and students engaged in a range of fundamental and applied research in nuclear physics beyond the Standard Model, neutrinos, dark matter, weapons physics, plasma physics, and fluid dynamics. We support a diverse program that includes scientists of many nationalities, participation in experiments worldwide, sponsorship of workshops and conferences, and classified experiments and analysis.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Desired Qualifications:
Note to Applicants:
Apply online and submit a CV and a required comprehensive cover letter describing your qualifications and how you meet the minimum requirements and desired qualifications for the position. Your cover letter and/or CV should provide contact information for at least three references who are familiar with your qualifications as related to this position. Applicants with questions may contact Tiffany Desjardins (tif_des@lanl.gov).
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to do cutting-edge experimental fluid dynamics research? The Extreme Hydro team at Los Alamos National Laboratory is looking for a post-doc (2-3 year appointment) to join our team! Our focus is designing innovative experiments with precision measurements under various flow conditions, including subsonic and shocked variable-density turbulence and multiphase flows, and higher energy density experiments at user facilities such as OMEGA and NIF. The work includes opportunities to work on:
- Variable-density flows and turbulence
- Shocked flows and dynamics
You will be part of a diverse team, and you will work on your own project with regular meetings with the team and your mentor. You will design, and set up your experiment, record and work to understand your experimental data. You will have opportunities to publish high-quality experimental results and to present your work at conferences. We work closely with numerical physicists to simulate the experimental results and incorporate the experimental data into modeling efforts.
The LANL Postdoctoral Program is a pipeline for hiring technical staff at the Laboratory, many of whom first joined LANL as postdocs. Additional opportunities for career growth are offered through the LANL Postdoctoral Program, such as attending seminars on CV and proposal writing, networking events, and opportunities to attend talks covering a diverse range of scientific fields.
The Applied and Fundamental Physics Group (P-2) at LANL is a diverse group of experimental physicists, engineers, technicians, and students engaged in a range of fundamental and applied research in nuclear physics beyond the Standard Model, neutrinos, dark matter, weapons physics, plasma physics, and fluid dynamics. We support a diverse program that includes scientists of many nationalities, participation in experiments worldwide, sponsorship of workshops and conferences, and classified experiments and analysis.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- A Ph.D. in experimental physics, engineering or closely related discipline, awarded within the last five years
- Ability to carry out scientific research in experimental physics, fluids or a very closely related discipline, as evidenced by peer-reviewed journal publications and conference proceedings
- bility to communicate technically and interpersonally both orally and in writing. Examples include but are not limited to journal publications, technical reports, oral or poster conference presentations, public speaking, or course instruction
- Ability to collaborate with diverse and multidisciplinary scientific research teams
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with modern fluids diagnostics, such as PLIF and PIV
- Experience with turbulence theory, modeling, or experiments
- Experience with LabVIEW, Matlab, and/or SolidWorks or similar programs
Note to Applicants:
Apply online and submit a CV and a required comprehensive cover letter describing your qualifications and how you meet the minimum requirements and desired qualifications for the position. Your cover letter and/or CV should provide contact information for at least three references who are familiar with your qualifications as related to this position. Applicants with questions may contact Tiffany Desjardins (tif_des@lanl.gov).
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Note to Applicants:
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
