Ultrafast Optics and Spectroscopy Postdoc
- Los Alamos National Laboratory
- Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Category: Admin-Other Administrative Positions
- Posting Date: 02/22/2021
- Application Deadline: Open until filled
Job Description
| Job Title | Ultrafast Optics and Spectroscopy Postdoc | |
| Location | Los Alamos, NM, US | |
| Organization Name | C-PCS/Physical Chemistry & Applied Spectroscopy | |
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What You Will Do Experimental postdoctoral position in ultrafast optics and spectroscopy: the Physical Chemical & applied Spectroscopy Group in collaboration with the Laboratory for Ultrafast Materials Optical Science (LUMOS) at CINT is seeking outstanding candidates to join our efforts to study and control material properties using ultrafast laser excitations. The project will involve primarily table top experiments using higher harmonic generation (HHG) sources and also some work with XUV and X-ray Free Electron Lasers at user facilities. The postdoc will be part of a one-of-a-kind collaborative environment consisting of scientists working in the fields of ultrafast spectroscopy, materials science, laser physics, condensed matter physics and molecular dynamics theory and materials synthesis. Some information on research projects and capabilities at LUMOS is available at http://cint.lanl.gov/facilities/LUMOS/ . | ||
What You Need Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: Ph.D. in Physics, Physical Chemistry, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Optical Engineering or any related field. All Ph.D requirements must be completed before starting this position. Only applicants within five years of completing their Ph.D are eligible for this position.
Desired Qualifications:
Note to Applicants: Qualified and interested candidates should apply online on the LANL jobs site and also email a copy of your CV, cover letter and any questions to Pamela Bowlan (pambowlan@lanl.gov ) and Nick Sirica (nsirica@lanl.gov ). | ||
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 maternity and parental leave § Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually) § Learning opportunities and tuition assistance § Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, 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. Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks. 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.
Outstanding candidates may be considered for a Director's Postdoc Fellowship or for the prestigious Richard P. Feynman, Darleane Christian Hoffman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Distinguished Postdoc Fellowships. For more information about the Postdoc Program, go to: https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php
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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1. | ||
| Appointment Type | Postdoc | |
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