Intrinsic Radiation Post Master's Student

What You Will Do

The Radiation Transport Applications Group (XTD-RTA) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is searching for post‑master’s students to support intrinsic radiation calculations in our group. We seek candidates with a background in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a closely related field who demonstrate proficiency in MCNP (or similar).

The Radiation Transport Applications Group provides radiation transport modeling and simulation capabilities in support of the laboratory’s missions. We deliver high‑quality analysis and understanding of radiation transport and analysis issues for an array of DOE missions, including stockpile modernization, global nuclear security, criticality safety, and weapon effects. Our teams apply a wide variety of tools to model and investigate experimental diagnostics, intrinsic radiation, radiation detection and measurement, shielding design, criticality safety, nuclear threat reduction, radiation health protection, and nuclear weapons effects.

This role requires a strong technical foundation and the ability to collaborate effectively within a team.

• Demonstrated proficiency with MCNP
• Ability to function effectively in a team environment and exhibit professional conduct with coworkers and supervisors
• Willingness to learn new skills and be flexible in work assignments

• Knowledge of the effects of radiation on electronics and/or materials
• Experience in experimental design, execution, data collection, and data analysis, preferably in radiation detection and instrumentation
• CAD experience
• High Performance Computing (HPC) experience
• Demonstrated scientific productivity and communication through publications and presentations

Applicants must have the ability to obtain a Q‑clearance, which typically requires U.S. citizenship. The position will be cleared to this level, and selected applicants will undergo a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government. The eligibility requirements for a clearance include being at least 18 years of age and U.S. citizenship, except in very limited circumstances.

Additional authorization to access classified information may be required; this is ultimately a federal government decision.

Masters in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a related discipline completed within the last five years, or expected to complete all degree requirements by the commencement of appointment. Applications from candidates who will earn their degree by the time of appointment are accepted.

Onsite work located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

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

Please attach a resume and a detailed cover letter addressing all required and desired skills. Applications without a resume and cover letter will not be considered.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China (including Hong Kong and Macau), the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not lawful permanent residents, are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, including LANL.

• PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance with a large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) with 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)

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