Radiation Transport Postdoctoral Research Associate
- Req. Number: IRC122111
- Organization : CCS-2/Computational Physics and Methods
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Recruiter Name: Wroblewski, Alex Christopher
- Recruiter Email: alexwrob@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
Come join the brightest minds at the most innovative R&D facility supporting National Security! The Computational Physics and Methods Group (CCS-2) at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Transport Methods Postdoc to join our Radiation Transport Team.
There is nothing ordinary about the work being done at LANL, and CCS-2 is no exception. Our ~55 staff, postdocs and students conduct fundamental scientific research and develop computational methods and algorithms across a broad range of physics areas in order to answer questions relevant to LANL's national security mission. The Transport Team in particular provides subject matter expertise and production software products in the areas of linear and nonlinear neutral particle transport (neutrons, gamma rays, thermal X-rays), charged particle transport, and high energy-density physics.
The successful applicant will work on a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative environment developing computational transport models that run on the latest high-performance computers. In collaboration with their future mentor, they will propose a well-defined research plan that will allow them to develop new skills and knowledge and produce computational methods and results that can be published in the scientific literature and presented at technical conferences.
CCS division has a staffing focus area around Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Expertise
Expertise in some or all the following areas
o Theoretical and numerical methods for radiation transport
o Software development for radiation transport
o Applications of transport methods and codes
o Computational algorithm development
Communication
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, as well as excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated ability to publish in the relevant academic journals.
Problem Solving
Demonstrated ability to analyze and provide creative solutions for technically complex problems.
Programming
Programming experience with languages such as Python, C, C++, or Fortran for scientific applications. Ability to work and communicate effectively in a collaborative software development environment.
Clearance
Eligible to apply for a DOE Q clearance.
Education/Experience: Ph.D. in nuclear engineering, physics, or a related field soon to be completed or completed within the last five years.
Desired Qualifications:
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:
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.
Clearance: Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
Come join the brightest minds at the most innovative R&D facility supporting National Security! The Computational Physics and Methods Group (CCS-2) at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Transport Methods Postdoc to join our Radiation Transport Team.
There is nothing ordinary about the work being done at LANL, and CCS-2 is no exception. Our ~55 staff, postdocs and students conduct fundamental scientific research and develop computational methods and algorithms across a broad range of physics areas in order to answer questions relevant to LANL's national security mission. The Transport Team in particular provides subject matter expertise and production software products in the areas of linear and nonlinear neutral particle transport (neutrons, gamma rays, thermal X-rays), charged particle transport, and high energy-density physics.
The successful applicant will work on a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative environment developing computational transport models that run on the latest high-performance computers. In collaboration with their future mentor, they will propose a well-defined research plan that will allow them to develop new skills and knowledge and produce computational methods and results that can be published in the scientific literature and presented at technical conferences.
CCS division has a staffing focus area around Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity. Individuals from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Technical Expertise
Expertise in some or all the following areas
o Theoretical and numerical methods for radiation transport
o Software development for radiation transport
o Applications of transport methods and codes
o Computational algorithm development
Communication
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills, as well as excellent oral and written communications skills. Demonstrated ability to publish in the relevant academic journals.
Problem Solving
Demonstrated ability to analyze and provide creative solutions for technically complex problems.
Programming
Programming experience with languages such as Python, C, C++, or Fortran for scientific applications. Ability to work and communicate effectively in a collaborative software development environment.
Clearance
Eligible to apply for a DOE Q clearance.
Education/Experience: Ph.D. in nuclear engineering, physics, or a related field soon to be completed or completed within the last five years.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with parallel programming models using bulk-synchronous and asynchronous (e.g., MPI, threading) parallelism and modern heterogeneous computing architectures (e.g., GPUs)
- Experience with modern task-based parallel programming models
- Experience with modern software development techniques, i.e., compilers, computer hardware design, portability, continuous integration, unit testing, and regression testing
- Experience in other related science and application areas beyond those mentioned above, e.g., turbulence, plasma physics, thermal hydraulics, radiation health physics, radiation detection, radiation-hydrodynamics, multiphase flow, materials science
- Active DOE Q clearance
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:
- Contact Erin Davis (ejdavis@lanl.gov) and/or Joe Zerr (rzerr@lanl.gov) for more details about this position.
- To receive full consideration for the position please submit a complete application online through the Los Alamos National Laboratory jobs portal. A complete application includes current Curriculum Vitae, contact information for three references, and a comprehensive cover letter that addresses the key requirements of the position.
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.
Clearance: Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
