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Experimental Shock Physics /Energetic & Explosive Materials

ORAU, Aberdeen, Maryland, United States, 21001

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About the Research Located at Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland, the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) is the Army’s central laboratory. Its diverse assortment of unique facilities and dedicated workforce of government and private sector partners make up the largest source of world-class integrated research and analysis in the Army.

Organization DEVCOM Army Research Laboratory

Description Extensive experimental studies are needed to develop an understanding of the dynamic response of materials to extreme pressure/temperature conditions for use in model validation. Typical efforts focus on elucidating the relationship between the structure and properties of the materials under extreme conditions as it applies to detonation phenomena. Exceptional post-doctoral candidates are sought in the area of experimental shock physics; relevant diagnostic techniques include high-resolution spectroscopy (e.g., time-resolved emission spectra or ultrafast pump-probe techniques), high-speed imaging, and optical pyrometry. The opportunity will entail doing research as part of a large multi-disciplinary program with close integration of experimental and theoretical teams. The research activities involve the development of experimental techniques for investigating material dynamics under extreme conditions, e.g., laser-launched flyer plate experiments for the initiation of energetic materials, laser-induced shock initiation, and measurements of equations of state for new materials using both static and dynamic experiments. This research aligns with the ARL S&T Campaign in the area of Sciences for Lethality and Protection/Ballistics and Blast: Weapons and Energy Projection.

ARL Advisor:

Jennifer Gottfried

ARL Advisor Email:

jennifer.l.gottfried.civ@mail.mil

A complete application includes

Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Three References Forms

An email with a link to the reference form will be available in Zintellect to the applicant upon completion of the on-line application. Please send this email to persons you have selected to complete a reference.

References should be from persons familiar with your educational and professional qualifications (include your thesis or dissertation advisor, if applicable).

Transcripts

Transcript verifying receipt of degree must be submitted with the application. Student/unofficial copy is acceptable.

If selected by an advisor the participant will also be required to write a

research proposal

to submit to the ARL-RAP review panel for:

Research topic should relate to a specific opportunity at ARL (see Research Areas)

The objective of the research topic should be clear and have a defined outcome

Explain the direction you plan to pursue

Include expected period for completing the study

Include a brief background such as preparation and motivation for the research

References of published efforts may be used to improve the proposal

A link to upload the proposal will be provided to the applicant once the advisor has made their selection.

Questions about this opportunity?

Please email ARLFellowship@orau.org

Eligibility Requirements

Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only

Degree: Doctoral Degree received within the last 60 months

Academic Level(s): Any academic level

Discipline(s):

Chemistry and Materials Sciences

Analytical Chemistry

Bio-inorganic Chemistry

Bio-organic Chemistry

Biophysical Chemistry

Chemistry (General)

Environmental Chemistry

Inorganic Chemistry

Materials Sciences

Organic Chemistry

Physical Chemistry

Polymer Chemistry

Theoretical Chemistry

Computer, Information, and Data Sciences

Engineering

Mathematics and Statistics

Physics

Science & Engineering-related

Age: Must be 18 years of age

Seniority Level

Internship

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries

Government Administration

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