Los Alamos National Laboratory · 3 days ago
Sigma-1 Materials Modeling Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Los Alamos, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelLos Alamos National Laboratory is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The Sigma-1 Materials Modeling Post-Doctoral Research Associate will work on computational modeling and simulation for compatibility of different materials, leading research projects, and communicating results to a diverse group of professionals.
Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Demonstrated experience in COMSOL/Abaqus/Python or similar Multiphysics modeling software
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing simulation models for materials and processes
Contribute to and authors technical papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals, as well as deliver conference presentations at technical conferences
Works within a team to write proposals for R&D funding
Ability to work successfully in a complex regulatory environment and experimental facility
Demonstrated experience working in a team environment
Ability to obtain a Q clearance which normally requires U.S. Citizenship
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated experience in COMSOL/Abaqus/Python or similar Multiphysics modeling software
Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing simulation models for materials and processes
Contribute to and authors technical papers for publishing in peer-reviewed journals, as well as deliver conference presentations at technical conferences
Works within a team to write proposals for R&D funding
Ability to work successfully in a complex regulatory environment and experimental facility
Demonstrated experience working in a team environment
Ability to obtain a Q clearance which normally requires U.S. Citizenship
Ph.D. in engineering, chemistry, metallurgical and materials engineering, materials science, or a related field completed within the last five years, or soon to be completed, is required
Ability to apply torque with hands or arms, good hand eye coordination and fine motor control, ability to lift 25 pounds to a height of 3-4 feet and load into an enclosed space
Preferred
Self-motivated and independent researcher who has demonstrated experience working as part of an interdisciplinary team
Experience with combination of specific modeling software or code languages and experience with AI/ML, is a plus
Written and oral communication skills, including 5 years experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
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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