Summary
Post-doctoral position in ultrafast spectroscopies of shocked materials: The Shock and Detonation Physics Group (DE-9) is seeking an exceptional post-doctoral candidate to develop single shot ultrafast electronic and vibrational spectroscopies and use these tools to measure molecular scale shock physics and chemistry. These studies are expected to allow the resolution of several questions regarding the fundamental molecular level response to strong shock loading. The work will build upon many existing capabilities, and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a team of staff members at the intersection of ultrafast science and explosives research, as well as a larger group of experts in all aspects of shock and detonation physics.
The position will primarily include the following duties: building and refining unique ultrafast laser diagnostics to couple to existing shock experiments, preparing and characterizing material samples, handling explosives, performing laser shock experiments, writing data acquisition and analysis software, developing models and understanding, and presenting research at conferences and in peer reviewed publications.
Required Skills
Candidates must have a proven record of independent research including recent publications and presentations, and interest in dynamic experimentation, spectroscopy, and materials science. Excellent writing and communication skills are required.
The ability and willingness to obtain a U.S. Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which generally requires U.S. citizenship, is required.
Desired Skills
Backgrounds in amplified femtosecond laser techniques and/or explosive research are desirable.
Education
PhD completed within the last 5 years or soon to be completed.
Notes To Applicants
Technical questions should be addressed to Shawn McGrane at mcgrane@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.
