Job Description
Description Job Title Detonation Physics Postdoctoral Research Associate
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name M-9/ Shock and Detonation Physics
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What You Will Do The Shock and Detonation Physics Group at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking an outstanding candidate for a postdoctoral position as part of the new Strategic Partnership and Accelerated Research Collaboration (SPARC) program between LANL and the University of Michigan (U-M). This joint-research environment is located on the U-M campus in Ann Arbor, MI and co-locates LANL scientists with U-M faculty and students to enable unique collaboration opportunities and scientific breakthroughs. The position will be located at the SPARC center in Ann Arbor, MI.
This position has broad scope for the development of new computational tools for the simulation and analysis of shocks/detonations within compressible flow regimes, including the development of physics-based models and simulation capabilities, as well as the development of novel AI/ML capabilities within this field. This position will foster expertise in the numerical simulation of condensed-phase and gaseous explosives, high-speed compressible flows, verification and validation, and the modeling of both complex and idealized reactive flows.
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: - A Ph.D. in Computational Science, Engineering, or Applied Mathematics
- Background in high-speed compressible flow physics of gaseous and/or condensed phase materials
- Proficiency in Python, modern Fortran, and/or C++
- Strong record of publications commensurate with experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance, which typically requires US Citizenship
- Education/Experience: A Ph.D. in Computational Science, Engineering, or Applied Mathematics completed within the last five years or soon to be completed.
Desired Qualifications: - Please consider the following additional qualifications, and note that not every applicant must have experience in each topic:
- Experience with numerical simulation of detonating flows and energetics
- Experience with the development of reactive flow models
- Experience with subscale modeling approaches in reactive flows
- Experience in parametrization of gaseous and condense-phased explosive constitutive models
- Experience with experimental optimization and design
- Experience with machine-learning techniques for data analysis
Note to Applicants: - This position will be located at the SPARC center located at the University of Michigan and Ann Arbor.
- Applicants should submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be composed of a one-page career narrative followed by a bulleted list of the applicant's relevant experience for each requirement.
- Anticipate active participation in academic scientific conferences, including the International Symposium on Combustion, the International Conference on Numerical Combustion, the International Colloquium on the Dynamics of Explosions and Reactive Systems, and more.
- For more information about SPARC, please visit
For more details regarding this position, please contact Stephen Voelkel ( svoelkel@lanl.gov )
Work Location : The work location for this position is SPARC center, University of Michigan
Where You Will Work: SPARC center, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
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.
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. 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. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.
Employment Status Full Time
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