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Los Alamos National Laboratory · 6 days ago

Post-doctoral position in the Theoretical Division

Los Alamos, NM

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Los Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. They are seeking candidates for post-doctoral research positions in multiphysics simulations, focusing on theoretical and computational fluid-structure interactions and related developments.

Security

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct research in a combination of topics including theoretical and computational fluid-structure interactions, compressible multiphase flows, and related model and algorithm developments

Conduct research in theoretical and computational continuum dynamics including modeling and simulation of fluids and deforming solids over multiple length and time scales

Couple advanced models and numerical methods for materials dynamics at all velocities and with coupled physical processes, including large solid deformation, multiphase flows, chemical reactions, phase change, heat and mass transfer, and combustion

Qualification

Theoretical modelingNumerical computationMultiphase flowsCompressible flowsFluid deformationsProgramming experienceCommunication

Required

A strong background and demonstrated research experience in theoretical modeling and numerical computation of multiphase flows, compressible flows, fluid or solid deformations, or a related field of physics, mathematics, or engineering

Demonstrated programming experience

Excellent oral and written communication skills

A Ph.D. in engineering, physics, or a related field completed within the last five years or soon to be completed