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We are in search of a persistent Scientist scientist to join our high-achieving team at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.
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What You Will Do This position will be filled at either the Diagnostics Scientist 1/2 level, depending on the skills of the selected candidate. Additional job responsibilities (outlined below) will be assigned if the candidate is hired at the higher level.
The Focused Experiments (M-3) Group in the Dynamic Experimentation (M) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory are national leaders in conducting dynamic experiments, often driven by high explosives, that require a variety of advanced measurement techniques to diagnose. Diagnostics include fiber-optic systems e.g. Photon Doppler velocimetry, and imaging techniques such as high-speed framing cameras or low energy flash x-ray systems. Diagnostics Scientist 1 $90,00 - $147,000
The successful candidate will support data acquisition for M-3's diverse customer base and contribute to research and development to drive forward the state-of-the-art in one or more of these areas:
For explosives tests fielded at M-3's firing sites, deploy, operate, and acquire and analyze data from fiber-optical diagnostic systems such as Photonic Doppler Velocimetry (PDV), MPDV (Multiplexed PDV), TOAD (Time Of Arrival Diagnostic), and CFBG (Chirped Fiber Bragg Grating) Deploy, operate, and acquire and analyze data from optical and/or radiographic imaging diagnostic systems such as high speed framing cameras, streak cameras, video cameras, low energy flash x-rays Develop diagnostics and diagnostic techniques that are effective in these extreme environments Diagnostics Scientist 2 $99,200 - $164,000
In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, the successful candidate at this level will:
Show leadership in designing, planning and executing research and development projects to address critical technical problems. What You Need Minimum Job Requirements:
Scientific Background: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in laser, optical, radiographic, detector technologies or other relevant fields.
Technical Skills: Demonstrated skills in experimental data acquisition and analysis and a willingness to learn how to field diagnostics at a firing site.
Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work effectively in a team environment.
Communication: Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, e.g. formal / informal publications and reports.
Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance, which usually requires US citizenship Additional Job Requirements for Diagnostic Scientist 2:
Project Development: Demonstrated knowledge and experience in designing, planning and executing research and development projects. Familiarity with development of new methods, techniques or approaches to address critical technical problems.
Communication: Demonstrated effective oral and written communication skills, e.g. authorship on peer-reviewed publications, conference participation, presentations.
Mentorship: Demonstrated ability to share technical knowledge with colleagues and provide technical direction in a collaborative environment. Education/Experience for Diagnostic Scientist 1: Position requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 2 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Education/Experience for Diagnostic Scientist 2: Positions requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience, typically with post-doctoral research experience at a university or national lab or equivalent experience directly related to the occupation. An advanced degree in physics or a related field is preferred. Desired Qualifications: Experience with explosives firing operations (e.g. high explosives) and performing intentional firing of tests. Experience working in moderate to high hazard industrial or research environments. Active DOE or DoD Security Clearance Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management. Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year. Note to Applicants: For full consideration, please submit a detailed cover letter addressing the required and desired qualifications listed above.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
§ 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)
Additional Details Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A. Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad. Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information. New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer. Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status. Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to View email address on jobs.institutedata.com or call View phone number on jobs.institutedata.com option 1.
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