Postdoctoral Experimental Physicists

LLNL • Livermore, CA

5d • $118,594 - $131,174 • Onsite

About The Position

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory is hiring Postdoctoral Experimental Physicists to independently execute experiments and/or develop instrumentation in support of Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion (LMF) and OMEGA laser-matter research. The work involves planning, designing, executing, and overseeing experiments in areas including laser-plasma interactions, hydrodynamics, radiation transport, implosion physics, material strength, and nuclear physics. The positions are within the High Energy Density Scientific & Technology Program in the Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion Principal Associate Directorate.

This is a temporary, mentored postdoctoral training appointment for researchers in the early stages of their postdoctoral careers, with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years. Applicants must have received a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within five years of the anticipated start date. The position is onsite. The stated annual salary range is $118,594–$131,174, with placement depending on factors such as competencies, education, qualifications, experience, skills, location, and organizational needs.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in plasma physics, hydrodynamics, shock physics, spectroscopy, condensed matter, nuclear physics, dynamic material science, or a related discipline.
• Experience in experimental physics in one or more of these areas: laser-plasma interactions, hydrodynamics, radiation-driven hydrodynamics, radiation transport, condensed matter, nuclear physics, or high energy density experiments.
• Comprehensive analytical, experimental, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with x-ray, optical, charged-particle, or nuclear diagnostics, including development, calibration, or fielding, and associated analysis techniques.
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills to author technical and scientific reports, publications, and invited papers, and deliver scientific presentations.
• Interpersonal skills to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to perform independent research.
• Must have received a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate within five years of the anticipated start date.
• Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with NDAA Section 3112 restrictions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with lasers, pulsed-power sources, high-density plasma interactions, and/or conducting high energy density experiments.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and execute x-ray and laser-driven experiments at LMF, the OMEGA Laser Facility, and the on-site Jupiter Laser Facility.
• Design, field, and coordinate optical, x-ray, and nuclear diagnostics.
• Prepare and present technical and scientific reports, presentations, and publications for internal and external audiences, including the DOE community and conference audiences.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers to achieve research objectives.
• Coordinate team resources and plan experimental campaigns.
• Pursue independent, complementary research interests and engage with scientists within and outside the laboratory.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits package.
• 401(k).
• Relocation assistance.
• Education reimbursement program.
• Flexible schedules, depending on project needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree