LLNL-posted 1 day ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Onsite • Livermore, CA
5,001-10,000 employees

We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher specializing in the area of radiofrequency devices and systems. You will be an integral part of a multi-disciplinary team supporting work in the areas of pulsed power, high power microwaves, and power electronics. This position is in the Materials Engineering Division (MED), within the Engineering Directorate. This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.

  • Conduct research in and development of radiofrequency and pulsed power systems.
  • Design, build, and test radiofrequency devices and components such as transistors, amplifiers, circulators, antennas, non-linear transmission lines, and oscillators.
  • Work closely with an interdisciplinary team consisting of engineers, technicians, and integration experts from LLNL in all aspects of device and system development, to complete project goals.
  • Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences seminars and/or technical meetings.
  • Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally.
  • Perform all assignments safely in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. Citizenship.
  • PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related fields.
  • Significant experience with design of radiofrequency devices including software such as CST, HFSS, Comsol, ADS, or Ansys.
  • Experience with one or more of the following areas: device characterization, antenna measurements, radiofrequency characterization, microfabrication.
  • Ability to write and operate software (e.g. MATLAB, PYTHON, LABVIEW) for data collection and analysis.
  • Ability to perform as an innovative experimentalist with a broad range of experience in experimental design, measurement, and data acquisition techniques, including developing innovative solutions to scientific and technical problems.
  • Ability to develop independent research projects through publication of peer-reviewed literature.
  • Initiative and interpersonal skills and ability to succeed in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Proficient verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively in a team environment and present and explain technical information.
  • Flexible Benefits Package
  • 401(k)
  • Relocation Assistance
  • Education Reimbursement Program
  • Flexible schedules (depending on project needs)
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