Summary
Postdoctoral position available in the Space Science and Applications group (ISR-1). This is a two-year position with the possibility of an extension to a third year. ISR-1 does world-class space and astrophysical sciences and associated technologies which are applied to detect, characterize, and respond to national security threats. Our capabilities are broad-based and cover the gamut from mission concept to sensor design/manufacture/calibration, as well as spacecraft integration, mission operations, data analysis, and theory. ISR-1 is engaged in a number of pioneering space missions with NASA to enhance our underlying expertise in basic research and contribute to our technology base. Those programs cover a number of disciplines, including magnetospheric physics, planetary exploration, astrophysics, gamma-ray astronomy, optical transient detection, space situational awareness, and solar-terrestrial interactions. Candidates are sought for a postdoctoral position developing advanced gamma-ray and neutron detection systems. This could involve work on new detector arrays, data analysis, simulation and modeling efforts, imaging algorithm development, or data fusion for multi-wavelength data systems. ISR-1 is proud of our international reputation in nuclear phenomenology and proliferation-detection expertise. We are engaged in programs supported by DOE, DOD, NASA, DHS, and other US government agencies. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to some of our most critical missions in national security, and advances in space and astrophysical sciences.
Required Skills
A strong background and demonstrated research experience in one or more of the following areas, gamma-ray spectroscopy, gamma-ray or neutron detector technology, simulations and modeling, or algorithm development.
Desired Skills
Practical experience using relatively large arrays of detectors, experience using high density electronics, gamma-ray imaging, experience in data analysis of complex data sets, strong programming experience in C or C++, experience using simulation packages like GEANT4 and MCNPX. An ability to obtain a DOE "Q" clearance, which normally requires US citizenship, is not required but would be preferred.
Education
Ph.D. in Astronomy, Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or appropriate similar field completed within the last five years or soon to be completed.
Notes To Applicants
Please direct any questions to Mark Wallace at mwallace@lanl.gov.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a pre-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Government Conflict of Interest
To ensure that you and LANL avoid any potential conflicts of interest, all current/former Government Officials must read and respond, if applicable, to the LANL Applicant Disclosure Form.
Contact
For specific questions about the status of this job, call (505)665-6406
Candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates
may be considered for the prestigious J. Robert Oppenheimer, Richard P. Feynman
or Frederick Reines Fellowships.
For general information refer to the
Postdoctoral Program page.
To apply, use the "Apply" button and submit a resume, publications list and a cover
letter outlining current research interests.
