Intrinsic Radiation Postdoctoral Researcher

What You Will Do

The Radiation Transport Applications Group (XTD-RTA) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is searching for postdoctoral researchers to support intrinsic radiation calculations in our group. We are seeking candidates with a background in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a closely related field with demonstrated proficiency in MCNP (or similar).

The Radiation Transport Applications Group (XTD-RTA) of the X-Theoretical Division 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 modern and historic experimental diagnostics, intrinsic radiation, radiation detection and measurement, shielding design, criticality safety, nuclear threat reduction and response, radiation health protection, and nuclear weapons effects.

• Demonstrated proficiency with MCNP
• Demonstrated scientific productivity and communication as evidenced by publications and presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team environment, including exhibiting professional conduct in interactions with co-workers 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 and execution, data collection, and data analysis, preferably in the area of radiation detection and instrumentation.
• CAD experience
• High Performance Computing (HPC) experience

Applicants must have the ability to obtain a Q-clearance, which typically requires U.S. Citizenship.

PhD in nuclear engineering, health physics, or a related discipline completed within the last 5 years or will have completed all degree requirements by commencement of appointment. Applications from candidates who will earn their degree by the time of appointment are accepted.

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Please attach a resume and a detailed cover letter addressing all required and desired skills. Please note that without a resume and cover letter your application 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 the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.

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 childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and…