Seismology Postdoctoral Research Associate

What You Will Do

The Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an opening for a postdoctoral research associate. The position will include analyzing continuous seismic waveforms to improve evolving crustal properties over time. The work will involve developing and testing state‑of‑the‑art machine‑learning models. Experience in deep learning model development is necessary. The successful candidate will collaborate with scientists at LANL and with external academic partners.

The appointment term is two (2) years, with the option to extend to a third year depending on performance and funding availability. The position is on‑site in Los Alamos, NM.

• Research experience in deep learning models and applications in geophysics
• Publication record including geophysics and deep learning applications
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and C/C++
• Experience using supercomputing and HPC resources
• Communication skills as evidenced by oral presentations at conferences
• Experience working on interdisciplinary teams

A Ph.D. degree in a STEM field related to geodesy, seismology, geophysics, applied mathematics, computer science, physics, or other related fields. For a postdoctoral appointment the candidate must have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of the appointment or must be within five years of completion of the Ph.D.

• Experience with big‑data processing and analysis methods
• Experience with development or support of research projects and proposals
• Ability to plan and organize assignments to meet project deliverables
• Ability to bring creative solutions to complex problems
• Ability to obtain Q‑level clearance, which usually requires U.S. citizenship

The work location for this position is on‑site and located in Los Alamos, NM.

• 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) plan (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• On‑site gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50‑mile radius)

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks.

Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. This requirement applies only to citizens of the United States.

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