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Accelerator Physics Postdoctoral Researcher - National Security Engineering Divi
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Job Overview
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking an Accelerator Physics Postdoctoral Researcher in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate. The successful candidate will work on modeling and performing experiments for accelerators, plasmas, pulsed power, and other technically challenging problems. They will assist in the creation of innovative solutions for multiple programs at LLNL and contribute to the research and development of next-generation platforms. Responsibilities
Conduct fundamental research, design, implementation, and analysis in one or more of the following areas: pulsed power, accelerator physics, accelerator diagnostics and experiments, z-pinch plasma diagnostics and experiments, simulations of experiments. Organize, analyze, and present data from research. Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of research to address scientific and technical problems. Conduct independent research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory. Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals. Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences seminars and/or technical meetings. Travel as needed to coordinate with research collaborators and visit field sites. Qualifications
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Physics, or related technical field. Experience with particle-in-cell codes or multi-physics codes. Experience with one or more of the following areas: pulsed power, accelerator, z-pinch plasma experiments, diagnostics development, computational physics, or simulations. Experience developing innovative solutions to research problems with design, techniques, and execution. Ability to perform and undertake independent and original research and communicate findings through publication of journal articles and presentations at seminars and scientific meetings. Proficient verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated leadership skills to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Ability to travel up to 25%. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with accelerator beam dynamics. Pulsed-power drivers and networks. LLNL is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Flexible Benefits Package 401(k) Relocation Assistance Education Reimbursement Program Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking an Accelerator Physics Postdoctoral Researcher in the National Security Engineering Division (NSED) within the Engineering Directorate. The successful candidate will work on modeling and performing experiments for accelerators, plasmas, pulsed power, and other technically challenging problems. They will assist in the creation of innovative solutions for multiple programs at LLNL and contribute to the research and development of next-generation platforms. Responsibilities
Conduct fundamental research, design, implementation, and analysis in one or more of the following areas: pulsed power, accelerator physics, accelerator diagnostics and experiments, z-pinch plasma diagnostics and experiments, simulations of experiments. Organize, analyze, and present data from research. Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of research to address scientific and technical problems. Conduct independent research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory. Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals. Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences seminars and/or technical meetings. Travel as needed to coordinate with research collaborators and visit field sites. Qualifications
Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship. PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Physics, Physics, or related technical field. Experience with particle-in-cell codes or multi-physics codes. Experience with one or more of the following areas: pulsed power, accelerator, z-pinch plasma experiments, diagnostics development, computational physics, or simulations. Experience developing innovative solutions to research problems with design, techniques, and execution. Ability to perform and undertake independent and original research and communicate findings through publication of journal articles and presentations at seminars and scientific meetings. Proficient verbal and written communication skills and demonstrated leadership skills to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Ability to travel up to 25%. Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with accelerator beam dynamics. Pulsed-power drivers and networks. LLNL is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Flexible Benefits Package 401(k) Relocation Assistance Education Reimbursement Program Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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