Job description
What You Will Do
Are you interested in becoming familiar with the current High Energy Density (HED) Physics and Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) facilities and the nature of the work performed there? Join our team in the P-4 Thermonuclear Plasma Physics group and gain the experience needed to enter graduate school to obtain an advanced degree in a field associated with HED physics and ICF research.
Our P-4 team performs world-class research in HED, ICF, and discovery plasma science. We perform cutting-edge experiments at the National Ignition Facility (NIF), the OMEGA laser facility at the University of Rochester, Sandia Z-facility, the Linac Coherent Light Source (SLAC), the Advanced Photon Source (Argonne National Laboratory), Wendelstein-7X, and other national and international facilities.
We have Post-Bachelor openings in one or more of the following research areas: implosion physics, hydrodynamics, mix, burn, magnetized and turbulent HED plasmas, warm dense matter, radiation transport, laser-plasma interactions, and x-ray and nuclear diagnostics.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience:
Desired Qualifications:
Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM.
Note to Applicants:
In addition to applying on-line, interested candidates should send their inquiries and resume to Alex Zubelewicz (alexz@lanl.gov). Contact Dmitry Yarotski (dzmitry@lanl.gov) for more general information about the team and group.
Where You Will Work
Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. 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.
No Clearance: 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. 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.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page.
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.
Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated.
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
From here, you will establish an account with username and password.
How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
Employment Status
Are you interested in becoming familiar with the current High Energy Density (HED) Physics and Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) facilities and the nature of the work performed there? Join our team in the P-4 Thermonuclear Plasma Physics group and gain the experience needed to enter graduate school to obtain an advanced degree in a field associated with HED physics and ICF research.
Our P-4 team performs world-class research in HED, ICF, and discovery plasma science. We perform cutting-edge experiments at the National Ignition Facility (NIF), the OMEGA laser facility at the University of Rochester, Sandia Z-facility, the Linac Coherent Light Source (SLAC), the Advanced Photon Source (Argonne National Laboratory), Wendelstein-7X, and other national and international facilities.
We have Post-Bachelor openings in one or more of the following research areas: implosion physics, hydrodynamics, mix, burn, magnetized and turbulent HED plasmas, warm dense matter, radiation transport, laser-plasma interactions, and x-ray and nuclear diagnostics.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Experience in designing, analyzing and/or conducting experiments in laboratory.
- Ability to collaborate with diverse and multidisciplinary scientific research teams.
- Ability to communicate both technically and interpersonally both orally and in writing; examples include, but are not limited to, oral or poster presentations.
- Experience with data analysis using software tools such as MATLAB, Python, Root, or C++.
Education/Experience:
- Have obtained a Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Eligibility is limited to students that have completed a bachelor's degree within the past three years.
- Appointments are for up to two years maximum and the student may work casual part-time or full-time.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the physics and issues of Inertial Confinement Fusion
- Some familiarity with nuclear and/or x-ray diagnostics
Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM.
Note to Applicants:
In addition to applying on-line, interested candidates should send their inquiries and resume to Alex Zubelewicz (alexz@lanl.gov). Contact Dmitry Yarotski (dzmitry@lanl.gov) for more general information about the team and group.
Where You Will Work
Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns. 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.
No Clearance: 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. 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.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
For general program information refer to the Student Programs web page.
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.
Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account:
Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account:
Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated.
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
From here, you will establish an account with username and password.
How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
Employment Status
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