Los Alamos National Security LLC
Post Masters Student on Thermophysical and Thermomechanical Properties
Los Alamos National Security LLC, Los Alamos, New Mexico, us, 87545
What You Will Do
The Foundry and Solidification Sciences Team is seeking a Post‑Masters Research Assistant to support thermophysical and thermomechanical property measurements of metals and alloys for various research and development projects. The candidate will assist in measurements such as specific heat, enthalpy, density, thermal expansion coefficient, flow stress and strain, and transformation temperatures. The individual will work with a mentor and will be assigned portions of projects on which they will have responsibility.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements:
Completion of a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field within the last 3 years from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2
An understanding of metal manufacturing processes
Experience with differential scanning calorimetry
Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to obtain a Q clearance which normally requires U.S. Citizenship
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with dilatometry, and high temperature mechanical testing (particularly using a Gleeble)
Experience with optical and electron microscopy (LOM, SEM, EDS, EBSD)
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and communicate results
Demonstrated ability to work independently in a hands‑on laboratory environment
Demonstrated ability to identify creative solutions and design experiments
Education Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field.
Essential Job Functions Can perform with or without reasonable accommodation: Lifting 30+ pounds, standing, walking.
Work Environment Work near sources of ionizing radiation, work near machinery with moving parts, work in a noisy environment.
Work Location Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Note to Applicants Candidates must submit a transcript, cover letter, and resume with their application.
Benefits
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. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.
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What You Need Minimum Job Requirements:
Completion of a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field within the last 3 years from an accredited university with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2
An understanding of metal manufacturing processes
Experience with differential scanning calorimetry
Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a team environment
Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to obtain a Q clearance which normally requires U.S. Citizenship
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with dilatometry, and high temperature mechanical testing (particularly using a Gleeble)
Experience with optical and electron microscopy (LOM, SEM, EDS, EBSD)
Demonstrated ability to analyze data and communicate results
Demonstrated ability to work independently in a hands‑on laboratory environment
Demonstrated ability to identify creative solutions and design experiments
Education Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgy, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, or related field.
Essential Job Functions Can perform with or without reasonable accommodation: Lifting 30+ pounds, standing, walking.
Work Environment Work near sources of ionizing radiation, work near machinery with moving parts, work in a noisy environment.
Work Location Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Note to Applicants Candidates must submit a transcript, cover letter, and resume with their application.
Benefits
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. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process.
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