Computational Plasma Physics Postdoctoral Research Associate

** What You Will Do*
* The Computational Physics and Methods group (CAI-2) is seeking an outstanding candidate for a postdoctoral position focused on plasma physics simulations for the Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF) program. Los Alamos National Laboratory is a leader in the development of volume burn ICF, such as the double shell concept, that seeks to study the interactions of thermonuclear burn, radiation coupling, and high-atomic-number mix.

Development of these platforms requires the close collaboration between experiment, target fabrication, theoretical and numerical efforts to study volumetric thermonuclear burn at the National Ignition Facility. The successful postdoctoral candidate is expected to work in the LANL Double Shell team environment. Together with their future mentor, they will contribute to implosion modeling, designing and optimizing experimental platforms, and improving numerical approaches.

Results will be published in the scientific literature and presented at technical conferences.

** What You Need*
* ** Minimum

Job Requirements:

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Experience with numerical methods and modeling HEDP or related systems

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

+  Demonstrated research ability in computational plasma physics, as evidenced by publications, reports, presentations, awards, etc.

+  Strong oral and written communication skills

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

** Education/Experience** :

A Ph.D. in computational plasma physics, applied mathematics, computational science or a closely related field, completed within the past five years or soon to be completed.

** Desired

Qualifications:

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Experience with massively parallel numerical simulations and deploying numerical algorithms on high-performance computing architectures

+  Ability to work independently as well as to work effectively as part of a team in a multidisciplinary environment and interact with people of a variety of expertise

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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.

** 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*
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