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This position will be filled at either the R&D Scientist 3 or 4 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 Shock Physics Team in the Shock and Detonation Physics Group (M-9) is seeking outstanding candidates from a diverse pool of applicants for an immediately available R&D Scientist 3/4 position. In addition to running and developing a vigorous shock physics research portfolio, the successful candidate is sought to serve as Team Leader for a team consisting of roughly ten technicians, technologists, engineers, and scientists.
The majority of the Team's research focuses on providing data for the generation of accurate and high-precision equations of state of metals, ceramics, and granular materials, including radiological materials. The Team has pioneered experiments to probe phenomena such as ejecta formation and spall in shocked materials as well as temperature measurements using pyrometric radiance-based techniques. The Team operates eight gas and powder guns, with another under construction, at a variety of sites including: several at TA-40's new Dynamic Equation of State (DEOS) facility; one at the proton radiography (pRad) facility at LANSCE; one at Ancho Canyon; and works closely with MST-16 to operate a gun in a glovebox at TA-55. Additionally, members of the Team frequently lead experiments at large DOE User Facilities such as the Dynamic Compression Sector (DCS) at the Advanced Photon Source and the Z Machine at Sandia National Lab.
In his/her role as Team Leader, the successful candidate will provide an interface between the Team and the M-9 Group Office and project sponsors. More specifically, the Team Leader will advocate for all members of the team, ensure that deliverables are met on time, and work with Team PIs to forecast and track the Team's budget. Team Leaders in M-9 are a vital component of the Group's overall management structure, working with other Team Leaders and the Group Office to develop high level strategies for the Group.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Scientist 3 $119,200 - $201,100
Additional Job Requirements for Scientist 4 $143,100 - $248,200:
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Master's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Master's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 12 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Essential Job Functions(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Will require physical access to TA-55 and HRP
Work Environment:
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: Candidates selected for interviews will be asked to provide letters from two professional references. Detailed or technical questions about the position can be addressed to Shawn McGrane (mcgrane@lanl.gov, M-9 Group Leader) or Blake Sturtevant (bsturtev@lanl.gov, M-9 Deputy Group Leader).
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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
This position will be filled at either the R&D Scientist 3 or 4 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 Shock Physics Team in the Shock and Detonation Physics Group (M-9) is seeking outstanding candidates from a diverse pool of applicants for an immediately available R&D Scientist 3/4 position. In addition to running and developing a vigorous shock physics research portfolio, the successful candidate is sought to serve as Team Leader for a team consisting of roughly ten technicians, technologists, engineers, and scientists.
The majority of the Team's research focuses on providing data for the generation of accurate and high-precision equations of state of metals, ceramics, and granular materials, including radiological materials. The Team has pioneered experiments to probe phenomena such as ejecta formation and spall in shocked materials as well as temperature measurements using pyrometric radiance-based techniques. The Team operates eight gas and powder guns, with another under construction, at a variety of sites including: several at TA-40's new Dynamic Equation of State (DEOS) facility; one at the proton radiography (pRad) facility at LANSCE; one at Ancho Canyon; and works closely with MST-16 to operate a gun in a glovebox at TA-55. Additionally, members of the Team frequently lead experiments at large DOE User Facilities such as the Dynamic Compression Sector (DCS) at the Advanced Photon Source and the Z Machine at Sandia National Lab.
In his/her role as Team Leader, the successful candidate will provide an interface between the Team and the M-9 Group Office and project sponsors. More specifically, the Team Leader will advocate for all members of the team, ensure that deliverables are met on time, and work with Team PIs to forecast and track the Team's budget. Team Leaders in M-9 are a vital component of the Group's overall management structure, working with other Team Leaders and the Group Office to develop high level strategies for the Group.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Scientist 3 $119,200 - $201,100
- Demonstrated leadership ability, including experience effectively leading teams comprised of coworkers with varying technical backgrounds.
- Excellent organizational, time management, and written and verbal communication skills.
- Familiarity with the use of powder and gas research guns and standard dynamic experiment diagnostics such as PDV, VISAR, pins, etc.
- Ability to obtain and retain a DOE Q Clearance
Additional Job Requirements for Scientist 4 $143,100 - $248,200:
- In addition to the requirements outlined above, qualification at the higher level requires:
- A documented history of mentoring students, postdocs, and junior staff members.
- Objective evidence of recognition and impact of their research in experimental shock physics at the Institutional and National levels.
- The ability to attract additional research funding to support growth of the Shock Physics Team
Education/Experience at lower level: Position requires a Master's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 6 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education/Experience at higher level: Position requires a Master's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college or university and 12 years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Familiarity and existing relationships with the Shock Physics Team's primary funding sources including the Office of Experimental Sciences and Global Security Programs.
- Active DOE Q Clearance.
Essential Job Functions(can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Will require physical access to TA-55 and HRP
Work Environment:
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: Candidates selected for interviews will be asked to provide letters from two professional references. Detailed or technical questions about the position can be addressed to Shawn McGrane (mcgrane@lanl.gov, M-9 Group Leader) or Blake Sturtevant (bsturtev@lanl.gov, M-9 Deputy Group Leader).
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.
HRP: This position is subject to the requirements of the DOE Human Reliability Program as specified in 10 Code of Federal Regulation, Part 712, §712.11. These requirements include on going drug and alcohol testing, as well as periodic medical and psychological evaluations.
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 applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.
