Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Sidney Fernbach Postdoctoral Fellow
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Livermore, California, United States, 94551
Job Description
Mid-Senior Level | Full-time Postdoctoral/Fellowship | Livermore, CA | 09/18/2025 Reference #:
REF7534C Job Code:
PDS.4 Lawrence Fellow Post Doc Organization:
Computing Position Type:
Post Doctoral Security Clearance:
None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation) Drug Test:
Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana) Medical Exam:
Not applicable Apply Now Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. Pay Range: $11,890 – $13,100 Monthly for the PDS.4 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Job Description
We are looking for a Sidney Fernbach Postdoctoral Fellowship candidate in the Computing Sciences. This fellowship is a prestigious postdoctoral position that will be awarded to one candidate with exceptional talent, scientific track record, and potential for significant achievements in computational mathematics, scientific computing, computer science, data science and/or AI for science. Details of the fellowship may be found at https://computing.llnl.gov/fernbach . You will have the freedom to pursue your own original research in one or more aspects of computing sciences. You will work in a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research environment with accomplished researchers, and have access to Livermore Computing’s world-class HPC environment. This position will be closed to applicants after November 21, 2025. In this role you will Conduct original and independent research in the computing sciences. Report research results in LLNL seminars and in the major scientific conferences. Publish research results in refereed journals. Interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related computational science and engineering disciplines. Demonstrated creativity, exceptional ability, and superior knowledge in the computing sciences. Demonstrated ability to conduct original and independent research through a proven track record of scientific accomplishment. Advanced written and verbal communication skills necessary to interact with a multidisciplinary research team, author technical and scientific reports and papers, and deliver technical presentations. Experience writing reports, publications and proposals. Demonstrated potential for technical leadership. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Position Information This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a Ph.D. at time of hire date. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities. The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position. To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112. Pre-Employment Drug Test External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. Wireless and Medical Devices Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
How to identify fake job advertisements Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. We are 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. Reasonable Accommodation Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here. Operated by the Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC for the Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. Learn about the Department of Energy's Vulnerability Disclosure Program
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Mid-Senior Level | Full-time Postdoctoral/Fellowship | Livermore, CA | 09/18/2025 Reference #:
REF7534C Job Code:
PDS.4 Lawrence Fellow Post Doc Organization:
Computing Position Type:
Post Doctoral Security Clearance:
None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation) Drug Test:
Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana) Medical Exam:
Not applicable Apply Now Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. We are dedicated to fostering a culture that values individuals, talents, partnerships, ideas, experiences, and different perspectives, recognizing their importance to the continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. Pay Range: $11,890 – $13,100 Monthly for the PDS.4 This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting; pay will not be below any applicable local minimum wage. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.
Job Description
We are looking for a Sidney Fernbach Postdoctoral Fellowship candidate in the Computing Sciences. This fellowship is a prestigious postdoctoral position that will be awarded to one candidate with exceptional talent, scientific track record, and potential for significant achievements in computational mathematics, scientific computing, computer science, data science and/or AI for science. Details of the fellowship may be found at https://computing.llnl.gov/fernbach . You will have the freedom to pursue your own original research in one or more aspects of computing sciences. You will work in a cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research environment with accomplished researchers, and have access to Livermore Computing’s world-class HPC environment. This position will be closed to applicants after November 21, 2025. In this role you will Conduct original and independent research in the computing sciences. Report research results in LLNL seminars and in the major scientific conferences. Publish research results in refereed journals. Interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally. Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Ph.D. in Applied Mathematics, Computational Mathematics, Computer Science, Data Science, or related computational science and engineering disciplines. Demonstrated creativity, exceptional ability, and superior knowledge in the computing sciences. Demonstrated ability to conduct original and independent research through a proven track record of scientific accomplishment. Advanced written and verbal communication skills necessary to interact with a multidisciplinary research team, author technical and scientific reports and papers, and deliver technical presentations. Experience writing reports, publications and proposals. Demonstrated potential for technical leadership. Must be able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
Position Information This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a Ph.D. at time of hire date. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? Included in 2025 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor! Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs) None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) The 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Section 3112, generally prohibits citizens of China, Russia, Iran and North Korea without dual US citizenship or legal permanent residence from accessing specific non-public areas of national security or nuclear weapons facilities. The restrictions of NDAA Section 3112 apply to this position. To be qualified for this position, Candidates must be eligible to access the Laboratory in compliance with Section 3112. Pre-Employment Drug Test External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. Wireless and Medical Devices Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices. If you use a medical device, which pairs with a mobile device, you must still follow the rules concerning the mobile device in individual sections within Limited Areas. Sensitive Compartmented Information Facilities require separate approval. Hearing aids without wireless capabilities or wireless that has been disabled are allowed in Limited Areas, Secure Space and Transit/Buffer Space within buildings.
How to identify fake job advertisements Please be aware of recruitment scams where people or entities are misusing the name of Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) to post fake job advertisements. LLNL never extends an offer without a personal interview and will never charge a fee for joining our company. All current job openings are displayed on the Career Page under “Find Your Job” of our website. If you have encountered a job posting or have been approached with a job offer that you suspect may be fraudulent, we strongly recommend you do not respond. We are 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. Reasonable Accommodation Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here. Operated by the Lawrence Livermore National Security, LLC for the Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration. Learn about the Department of Energy's Vulnerability Disclosure Program
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