Postdoctoral Appointee - Laser and Radiation Effects Microelectronics, Onsite

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The Electrical Performance Research organization is seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to conduct research and analysis on the effects of radiation on electrical devices using advanced laser systems. In this role, your work will encompass performing experiments and simulations to rapidly predict, understand, and resolve the probabilistic effects of radiation on device behavior, as well as collating and analyzing existing radiation data.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and have access to some of the world's most powerful research tools.

• Perform simulations to investigate radiation effects in electronics and other test objects.
• Collaborate with specialists, including those conducting radiation experiments at cutting‑edge facilities, to design experiments, analyze results, and present new insights or observations.
• Summarize findings in internal reports and, when appropriate, publish results in peer‑reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Travel occasionally for project meetings and conferences.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected candidate will be required to work onsite.

• PhD in Optical Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering with a focus on laser systems, or a closely related STEM, awarded within five (5) years of the employment start date.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy (DoE) Q clearance.

• Experience in radiation sciences and understanding radiation effects on electronics.
• Proficiency in modeling radiation and laser effects on electronics using semiconductor devices and circuit simulators.
• Hands‑on experience testing radiation effects in electronic systems.
• Familiarity with LabVIEW or other hardware automation programming languages.
• Proven ability to work effectively within interdisciplinary teams.

Organization 1315, Electrical Performance Research, specializes in electrical testing, modeling, and evaluation of devices and circuits under both normal and extreme environmental conditions. We collaborate with partner organizations to form multidisciplinary teams that deliver innovative solutions and transformative research on device and circuit responses to environmental and radiation stimuli. By leveraging unique staff expertise, state‑of‑the‑art experimental facilities, and advanced computational tools, we provide timely and reliable solutions that support national security objectives.

This postdoctoral position is a temporary position for up to one year, which may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to five additional years. The PhD must have been conferred within five years prior to employment.

Individuals in postdoctoral positions may bid on regular Sandia positions as internal candidates and, in some cases, may be converted to regular career positions during their term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the ‘posting date’. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

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