Los Alamos National Laboratory · 1 day ago
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Postdoc
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$97K/yr - $97K/yrLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking a motivated post-doctoral researcher experienced in magnetic resonance spectroscopic techniques to join their interdisciplinary team in the search for new radiological materials and to develop new equipment and methods for the safe measurement of radioactive materials.
Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Use high-field solid-state NMR and NQR to measure the local structure of materials
Use these measurements to predict structure/function relationships
Develop new equipment and methods for the safe measurement of radioactive materials
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR, NQR, EPR, DNP)
A willingness to work with radioactive materials including U, Th and Pu
Strong technical and interpersonal communication and language skills both orally and in writing evidenced by a strong publication and presentation record
Creative and proactive approach to scientific problem solving
A Ph.D. in chemistry, material science, physics, engineering and/or a related field. The candidate must have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of the appointment and be within 5 years of completion of the Ph.D
Preferred
Experience with data analysis and signal processing techniques using programming languages such as Python or Matlab
Experience in using DFT methods to predict NMR/NQR spectral parameters
Experience running custom experimental equipment
Benefits
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity 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)
Company
Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security, is
Founded in 1943
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of EnergyU.S. Department of Homeland Security
2023-08-16Grant
2023-05-19Grant
2023-01-17Grant
Leadership Team
Alex Delaney
R&D Engineer, Detonation Science and Technology
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