Postdoctoral Research Associate

** What You Will Do*
* The Postdoctoral (Postdoc) Program in Chemistry offers the opportunity for appointees to perform research in a scientifically rich research and development environment, present and publish research, and contribute to the research efforts at the Laboratory, the advancement of knowledge in the areas of basic and applied research, and the strengthening of our national scientific and technical capabilities.

The Chemistry (C) Division supports the Laboratory's mission with innovative chemical science and technology for energy research, threat identification and mitigation, weapons science, health, space, and more.  Our capabilities are essential for emerging mission areas of energy security, civilian-sector R&D, and industrial partnering.

Our researchers support stockpile stewardship, detect chemical and biological threats, produce medical isotopes, and develop energy solutions.

Our research and development projects span several groups and divisions and involve partnerships with academic and industry partners. Our researchers have skills and expertise in cross-cutting capabilities:

+ Radiochemistry and Nuclear Science

+ Chemical Analysis and Certification

+ Isotope Science and Production

+ Synthetic and Mechanistic Chemistry

+ Spectroscopy and Detection Science

+ Chemistry of Materials

+ Data Analysis & Modelling for Chemical Sciences

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** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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* + Demonstrated ability to carry out independent and collaborative research, as evidenced by at least one first-author papers submitted to or published in peer-reviewed journals

+ Strong technical and interpersonal communication and language skills, both orally and in writing

+ Creative and proactive approach to scientific problem-solving

+ Proven ability to meet research deliverables and deadlines

+ Proven ability to work in a multidisciplinary research team

+ Must submit cover letter as outlined on Notes to Applicant

+ Individual must be able to obtain a DOE Q clearance, which generally requires U.S. citizenship (see DOE Order 472.2 for additional information).

+ Expertise in optical system design and laser systems.

+ Expertise in the physics of spectroscopy, spectroscopic techniques, and related equipment.

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Experience in one or more additional chemistry discipline(s): synthetic inorganic or organic chemistry, physical chemistry, spectrometry

+ Proven contributions to successful research proposals

+ Experience working in a controlled lab environment as well as field work (outdoor experiments and visitor to user facilities.)

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Experience with data analysis and computer programming languages (Python, MATLAB, C++, etc.)

+ Familiarity with data acquisition systems or FPGAs.

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Experience with basic electronics.

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* Education:

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* PhD in chemistry, physics, engineering, or related field completed within the past five years or soon to be completed. Must be completed before hiring.

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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:*
* 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.

Please send a cover letter addressing (point-by-point) how you meet all of the minimum job requirements and possibly desired skills when applying for the position. A current C.V. with the following information/sections is also required:
Educational background, degree dates, GPA with scale, name of advisor(s);
Work experience;
Completive honors;
Relevant extracurricular…