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Development of Neutron Instrumentation - Postdoctoral Researcher
Postdoctoral/Fellowship | livermore, CA | 03/14/2023
Job Code: PDS.1 Post-Dr Research Staff 1
Organization: Physical and Life Sciences
Position Type: Post Doctoral
Security Clearance: Anticipated DOE Q clearance (requires U.S. citizenship and a federal background investigation)
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable
Company Description
Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!
Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.
We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is important for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.
Pay Range
$108,840.00 Annually
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. Many factors are taken into consideration when setting starting pay including education, experience, the external labor market, and internal equity.
Job Description
We are seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher for development of fieldable radiation detection systems for in-depth nuclear material analysis for nonproliferation and nuclear security applications. This research group has a particular focus on fast neutron and gamma-ray correlated analysis via fast scintillator detection systems. You will actively participate in innovative research with a team of scientists and engineers on all aspects of detector development including developing, testing, and deploying these instruments in a wide range of environments. This position is within the Nuclear Security Physics group in the Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division.
You will
- Collaborate with other scientists and technical personnel in radiation detection for nonproliferation and nuclear security applications.
- Contribute to exploratory research and development of new detection system concepts.
- Participate in design of fieldable detection equipment capable of real-time, onboard analysis.
- Conduct laboratory testing using radioisotopes and standard data acquisition systems.
- Develop data acquisition software in ROOT, C++, or other similar software.
- Assist with data analysis using ROOT, C++, Python, or similar software.
- Publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals.
- Present results at external conferences, seminars, and/or technical meetings.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.
- PhD in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field.
- Ability to perform independent research in experimental or theoretical science and to find innovative solutions to scientific and technical problems.
- Experience with neutron-based measurements.
- Experience working with scintillator arrays for fast neutron analysis and related concepts, such as PSD and high-speed acquisition electronics.
- Experience with developing or modifying data acquisition software.
- Experience with scintillation detector data processing, calibration, and analysis techniques.
- Documented publication record in peer-reviewed literature with experience presenting research results to a large audience.
- Proficient verbal and written communications skills necessary to author technical and scientific reports and publications and deliver scientific presentations.
- Initiative and interpersonal skills with desire and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
Qualifications We Desire
- Monte Carlo modeling using MCNP or Geant.
- Experience in C++ and/or ROOT.
- Familiarity with code versioning tools and object-oriented program design.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Position Information
This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.
Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?
- Flexible Benefits Package
- 401(k)
- Relocation Assistance
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
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Security Clearance
This position requires a Department of Energy (DOE) Q-level clearance. If you are selected, we will initiate a Federal background investigation to determine if you meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information or matter. Also, all L or Q cleared employees are subject to random drug testing. Q-level clearance requires U.S. citizenship.
Pre-Employment Drug Test
External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.
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Reasonable Accommodation
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