Los Alamos National Laboratory
Experimental Physical Metallurgy Postdoc
Los Alamos National Laboratory, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
Experimental Physical Metallurgy Postdoc
Sigma-2 is seeking a postdoc with experimental physical metallurgical experience for a project concerning the impact of hydrogen and irradiation on mechanical properties and microstructural evolution in candidate metals for fusion environments. What You Will Do Sigma-2 is seeking a postdoc with experimental physical metallurgical experience for a project concerning the impact of hydrogen and irradiation on mechanical properties and microstructural evolution in candidate metals for fusion environments. Techniques will include tensile testing utilizing a novel hydrogen exposure testing station, creep thermal fatigue in a house-made dead-load frame in a high-temperature hydrogen furnace, and microstructural characterization techniques including Light Optical Microscopy (LOM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD), and Transmission Kikuchi Diffraction. Additionally, tensile testing under hydrogen conditions may take place under in-situ neutron conditions at the Lujan Advanced Neutron Science Center at Los Alamos National Laboratory or similar beamline facilities. A successful candidate must have demonstrated hands-on experience with a variety of experimental equipment including mechanical testing, furnaces, vacuum systems, and associated fixturing in addition to demonstrated experience collecting and interpreting microstructural characterization information utilizing EBSD. What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Hands-on laboratory experience conducting tests utilizing equipment such as load frames, furnaces, vacuum systems Experience preparing samples for, and characterizing, microstructures utilizing LOM, SEM, and EBSD Ability to work in a team environment with colleagues from a range of scientific backgrounds Desired Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge in impact of microstructural variables on mechanical performance including general understanding of crystal plasticity Hands-on experience and knowledge concerning impact of hydrogen on mechanical properties in metals Ability to obtain Q-clearance Work Location:
This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM. 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) Equal Opportunity:
Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
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Sigma-2 is seeking a postdoc with experimental physical metallurgical experience for a project concerning the impact of hydrogen and irradiation on mechanical properties and microstructural evolution in candidate metals for fusion environments. What You Will Do Sigma-2 is seeking a postdoc with experimental physical metallurgical experience for a project concerning the impact of hydrogen and irradiation on mechanical properties and microstructural evolution in candidate metals for fusion environments. Techniques will include tensile testing utilizing a novel hydrogen exposure testing station, creep thermal fatigue in a house-made dead-load frame in a high-temperature hydrogen furnace, and microstructural characterization techniques including Light Optical Microscopy (LOM), Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD), and Transmission Kikuchi Diffraction. Additionally, tensile testing under hydrogen conditions may take place under in-situ neutron conditions at the Lujan Advanced Neutron Science Center at Los Alamos National Laboratory or similar beamline facilities. A successful candidate must have demonstrated hands-on experience with a variety of experimental equipment including mechanical testing, furnaces, vacuum systems, and associated fixturing in addition to demonstrated experience collecting and interpreting microstructural characterization information utilizing EBSD. What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Hands-on laboratory experience conducting tests utilizing equipment such as load frames, furnaces, vacuum systems Experience preparing samples for, and characterizing, microstructures utilizing LOM, SEM, and EBSD Ability to work in a team environment with colleagues from a range of scientific backgrounds Desired Qualifications:
Demonstrated knowledge in impact of microstructural variables on mechanical performance including general understanding of crystal plasticity Hands-on experience and knowledge concerning impact of hydrogen on mechanical properties in metals Ability to obtain Q-clearance Work Location:
This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM. 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) Equal Opportunity:
Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
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