Graduate Student

** What You Will Do*
* The Chemistry Graduate Research Assistant (GRA) Program is an educational program that provides students with relevant research experience while pursuing a graduate degree. Students are able to work with professionals in a variety of career fields while using state-of-the-art equipment, technology and instrumentation. We offer compensation and value the contributions of all team members. Be a part of our very important national security mission by joining the Laboratory today?

The Physical Chemistry and Applied Spectroscopy group (C-PCS) is seeking a strong candidate who is interested in the physical chemistry and/or spectroscopy of a variety of materials relevant to national security. The selected candidate must be enrolled in a Ph.D. program in a university of good standing.  The candidate will work with scientists in C-PCS on a variety of projects. The candidate is expected to perform hands-on laboratory work involving one or more of the following: chemical synthesis, laser spectroscopy, high magnetic fields, energetic materials, and/or radiological materials.  

The candidate will also have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across the laboratory.  Chemistry division is an organization that has multiple disciplines on a large range of scientific topics and contributes to LANL missions significantly. #chemistry #c-pcs #chem student

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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* + Knowledge of basic principles one or more of the following: chemical synthesis, laser spectroscopy, high magnetic fields, energetic materials, and/or radiological materials.

+ Experience in safe laboratory procedures.

+ Laboratory experience demonstrating an attention to detail and commitment to safe work practices.

Education/

Experience:

Currently enrolled in a PhD program in the physical sciences (chemistry, physics, optical science, etc.) other related field. Must be enrolled in 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent). Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

Desired

Qualifications:

Students selected for GRA internship in Chemistry Sciences are most competitive when they possess the following knowledge and skills:

+ Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context; and

+ Commitment to achieving results in a complex social and organizational setting.

Work Location:

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

Note to Applicants:  When applying, candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and their most recent transcripts (or an acceptance letter indicating matriculation into an appropriate graduate degree program). Applicants who fail to submit the three required application documents (resume, cover letter, transcript) will not be considered for employment. Cover letters are most effective when they clearly indicate your research interests and highlight your most noteworthy achievements and accomplishments.

Your cover letter should also explain how you have demonstrated the application of desired knowledge and skills in your previous academic and work experiences.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of 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.

** Where You Will Work*
* Located in Northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy,…