Post Masters ST

** What You Will Do*
* The Materials Synthesis & Integrated Devices (MPA-11) at Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated Post-Master's Student to support experimental research in polymer composites and materials characterization. Research will focus on developing and evaluating polymer-based materials, investigating polymer aging and degradation, and establishing structure-property relationships.

Depending on their expertise, the successful candidate will characterize the chemical, thermal, mechanical, morphological, and surface properties of polymer-based materials. Responsibilities include developing research ideas, designing and conducting experiments, interpreting experimental data, and communicating findings through technical reports, peer-reviewed publications, and presentations. The candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of polymer chemists, analytical chemists, experimentalists, and computational scientists.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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* + A master's degree in chemistry, polymer chemistry, polymer characterization, material science, analytical science, or a closely related field.

+ Experience conducting laboratory experiments and following established procedures.

+ Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and clearly document scientific data.

+ Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.

** Desired

Qualifications:

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* + Experience on various polymer characterization:
Broad knowledge of and strong hands-on experience with analytical techniques for characterizing the chemical, thermal, mechanical, morphological, and/or surface properties of polymers and polymer-based composites.

+ Characterization of polymer thermal and thermomechanical properties using techniques such as TGA, DSC, DMA, and TMA.

+ Mechanical testing and rheological characterization of polymers and polymer-based composites.

+ Characterization of polymer structure, morphology, and surface properties using techniques such as solid-state NMR, AFM, XPS, XRD, SEM, and TEM.

** Education/

Experience:

** Must have earned a master's degree from an accredited institution (or international equivalent) within the past three years with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).

** 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:*
* 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 go to Postdoc Program.

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 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, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.

The Materials Synthesis and Integrated Devices group (MPA-11) conducts basic and applied research in areas related to applied energy programs and a variety of problems relevant to the weapons program. Our goal is to provide innovative and creative solutions needed to solve technical problems across the Laboratory's missions, including energy security, stockpile stewardship, and global threat reduction.

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…