Postdoctoral Experimental Physicists

LLNL • Livermore, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

We have openings for Postdoctoral Experimental Physicists to independently execute experiments and/or to develop instrumentation in support of the Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion (LMF) and OMEGA laser-matter research. You will plan, design, execute and oversee experiments in the fields of laser-plasma interactions, hydrodynamics, radiation transport, implosion physics, material strength and nuclear physics. These positions are in the High Energy Density (HED) Scientific & Technology (S&T) Program within the Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion (LMF) Principal Associate Directorate (PAD).

Requirements

• PhD 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 the following 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 their 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.
• Effective interpersonal skills necessary to collaborate and work in a team environment.
• Ability to perform independent research.
• Must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with NDAA Section 3112 (regarding citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence).

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, at the OMEGA Laser Facility, and at 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 both internal and external audiences, including the DOE community and at conferences.
• Collaborate with scientists and researchers to achieve research objectives.
• Coordinate team resources and plan experimental campaigns.
• Pursue independent, complementary research interests and engage with a wide range of scientists both 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