Scalable Multiphysics Postdoc

** What You Will Do*
* The Eulerian Codes Group (XCP-2) in the X-Computational Physics (XCP) Division is seeking talented and motivated postdoc candidates. The Eulerian Codes Group is responsible for developing and maintaining large scale, massively parallel multi-physics codes used in national security applications. This appointment will focus on development and implementation of new methods for scalable performance on modern computer architectures. The successful candidate is expected to work in a team environment with computational scientists, theoreticians, and experimentalists, become familiar with production software carpentry practices, and publish results.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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* + A PhD in Physics, Astrophysics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or related field

+ Solid background in numerical methods

+ Proficiency in Fortran, C/C++, or Python

+ Strong record of publications

+ Strong oral and written communication skills

+ Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance, which typically requires US Citizenship

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Experience in neutral particle transport and nuclear reactions (nuclear engineering)

+ Experience in modeling highly-coupled physics experiments for compressible flows

+ Solid background in numerical methods for solving systems of partial differential equations in fluid dynamics or related fields

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Experience with massively parallel numerical development and simulation

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Experience with deploying numerical algorithms to future computing architectures

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Experience with code development relevant to computational physics

** Education** : A Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computational Science, or a closely related field completed within the past five years or soon to be completed.

** Work Environment:*
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* 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:*
* Applicants should submit a CV/Resume and cover letter. The cover letter should be composed of a one-page career narrative followed by a bulleted list of the applicant's relevant experience for each requirement.

Contact:
David Culp (culp)

Candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious Marie Curie, Richard P. Feynman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Fellowships.

For general information about the LANL Postdoc Program, go to http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..php

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.

** Where You Will Work*
* 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 holidays)

+ Onsite gyms and wellness programs

+ Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

** Additional Details*
* ** Directive 206.2**  - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2.  Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States.  Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

** Clearance:
** Q  (Position will be cleared to this level).  Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements
* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens.  Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

* Eligibility requirements:  To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required…