Los Alamos National Laboratory

What You Will Do

The Pulsed Field Facility of the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an opportunity for a postdoctoral researcher to explore novel magnetic phases at the world's premier high magnetic field research facility using a diverse set of experimental techniques. Successful candidates for this position will be expected to focus their efforts on elastic constant, magnetostriction and/or polarization measurements in DC and pulsed magnetic fields to understand new quantum magnetic phases of matter. The position also provides opportunities for industrious candidates to pursue new collaborations, develop complementary techniques, and perform independent research within related topics at LANL, a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in both fundamental and strategic science on behalf of national security.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education/Experience: A Ph.D in experimental condensed-matter physics, materials science, or a related discipline completed within the past 5 years.

Experience in one or more of the following areas is required:

• Strong background in condensed-matter physics
• Experience designing and realizing custom instrumentation
• Elastic properties measurements such as resonant ultrasound spectroscopy or pulse-echo ultrasound
• Magnetization and/or torque magnetometry measurements
• Electrical measurements including transport (magnetoresistance, Hall, etc.) and/or electrical polarization
• Dilatometry and/or magnetostriction measurements.

Desired Qualifications:

• Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential, as evinced by publications, presentations, cover letter, and references. Familiarity with using Matlab, Mathematica, Labview, Python, etc. for data analysis, instrumentation, and calculations/modeling is desired.

Work Location:

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM.

Salary:

Starting salary for a new graduate is currently $97,000.00 and increases with years of experience post PhD. For more information on salary and benefits, please visit LANL's Postdoctoral Research page: https://collaboration.lanl.gov/postdoctoral-research/

Note to Applicants:

Interested candidates should contact Christopher Mizzi (mizzi@lanl.gov) and Minseong Lee (ml10k@lanl.gov). Please provide a CV, example of a relevant published work, and cover letter addressing the qualifications outlined above. Names and contact information of three possible references should be included in the cover letter.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Located 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 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)

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.

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.

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.

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