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What You Will DoThe Physics Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory invites outstanding applicants for postdoctoral positions in the Advanced Imaging team of the Dynamic Imaging and Radiography group (P-1). The Advanced Imaging team studies a wide range of physics in support of national security, requiring the continuous advancement, development and application of new imaging techniques. Currently, the team is leading the world in neutron and gamma imaging of inertial confinement fusion (ICF). The team is the sole provider of nuclear imaging data at the world’s most powerful laser ICF facility – the National Ignition Facility (NIF) – striving to diagnose burn and understanding the performance-degrading mechanism of mix through 3D neutron tomography of implosions. The team is now working to help understand the factors that led to the recent major achievement of ignition, and in adapting the imaging system and analysis techniques towards acquiring data in a new regime of a burning plasma in the laboratory. This work is ultimately in service of the goals of the DOE and the needs of the nation, in working on Stockpile Stewardship as well as towards the development of a new form of clean energy.As a member of the team, the postdoctoral scientist will be responsible for analyzing experimental data, maintaining and developing computational tools for image analysis and simulations. These activities will support a wide range of projects, including neutron imaging at the National Ignition Facility, the OMEGA laser facility, the Nevada National Security Site, and LANSCE.The LANL Postdoctoral Program is a pipeline for hiring technical staff at the Laboratory, many of whom first joined LANL as postdocs. The Laboratory encourages its postdoc mentors to help their postdocs explore possibilities for conversion to a permanent staff position.The successful candidate will:Develop and implement ideas with minimal supervision to ensure capability maintenance and growth in the field of advanced neutron and gamma imaging
Design measurements to answer scientific questions for a wide range of applications
Analyze experimental data obtained at the National Ignition Facility (NIF), and extract meaningful physics results
Develop new computational tools for image analysis and simulations
Present results at international conferences and write papers for peer‐reviewed publications
What You NeedMinimum Job Requirements:Strong programming skills
Demonstrated expertise with data analysis
Demonstrated ability in meeting scheduled deliverables and bringing projects to completion
A strong sense of curiosity, and a willingness to develop new skills called for by a research task
Demonstrated expertise in working independently as well as within a diverse team environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
A record of publishing results through peer reviewed publications and presentations
Education/Experience : A Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Medical Physics or a related field. Degree is completed within the past five years, or soon to be completed.Desired Qualifications:Demonstrated expertise in nuclear or plasma physics research
Demonstrated programming skills in MATLAB, Python, C, or C Experience carrying out experiments at large physics facilities with formal operations (NIF, OMEGA, LANSCE especially, but also facilities such as SLAC, APS, BNL, JLab, TUNL, etc.)
Experience with machine learning
Experience in diagnostic development, preferably for fusion research
Experience with particle transport simulation programs (MCNP, Geant4, TOPAS)
Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which typically requires U.S. Citizenship
Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, New Mexico.COVID Vaccine :The COVID vaccine is mandatory for all Laboratory employees, on-site contractors, and on-site subcontractors unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to those working on-site, those teleworking, and all new hires.Note to Applicants:Please send a cover letter addressing how you meet the required and desired skills (in bullet form) to Verena Geppert-Kleinrath ( verena@lanl.gov ). Submit a current C.V. directly through the job application website with the following information/sections: Educational background, degree dates, GPA with scale; Work experience; Competitive honors; relevant extracurricular activities; Peer-Reviewed Publications; Non-peer-reviewed Publications; References.Only complete applications with a cover letter and C.V. will be considered. References will not be contacted without permission from the applicant.
Where You Will WorkLocated 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 (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)§ Onsite gyms and wellness programs§ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)Additional DetailsDirective 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.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.Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypePostdocPostdocContact Details Contact Name Email Work Telephone Vacancy Name: IRC95631 Organization Name P-1/Dynamic Imaging and Radiography Minimum Salary Maximum Salary Req ID: IRC95631 Category: Postdoc
