What Your Job Will Be Like:

　　Are you passionate about working with a full array of material characterization equipment and collaborating with world-class experts in the fields of materials mechanics and characterization? If so, you will want to consider applying for this unique graduate student intern in which you will have the opportunity to develop new insights into the relationship between material structure and mechanical properties. You will be part of a team with dynamic expertise including Digital Image Correlation, electron microscopy, X-ray computed tomography, materials mechanics, metamaterials, nano sciences, and energy sciences.

　　On any given day, you may be called on to:

　　Apply various image and data processing techniques to produce quantitative measures of microstructure, defects and/or other features of interest from a variety of data sources, including X-ray tomography, diffraction contrast tomography, scanning electron microscopy, and electron backscatter diffraction, including high resolution electron backscatter diffraction.Analyze XCT data from in-situ experiments. This includes tracking features of interest in X-ray tomography data and characterizing feature evolution.Apply various image and data processing techniques to produce statistics of mechanical propertiesCombine materials processing knowledge to provide recommendations for additional and/or complementary testing to provide clearer understanding of material properties and microstructural arrangementsInteract and collaborate with other inter-disciplinary research groups within Sandia to develop new research opportunities and projectsPublish professional journal articles and present work at local and national conferences

　　Fully remote or hybrid work options may be available.

　　Qualifications We Require:

　　You bring the confidence and skills to be eligible for the job by meeting these minimum requirements:

　　Earned bachelor's degreeCurrently attending and enrolled full time in an accredited science, engineering, or math graduate programMinimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0Ability to work up to 30 hours per week during the academic year, and up to 40 hours per week during the summerU.S. citizenship

　　Qualifications We Desire:

　　Knowledge of crystallography and plasticity at microstructural length scalesExperience with materials characterization including electron microscopy, electron backscatter diffraction, and X-ray diffraction to characterize microstructures in metalsKnowledge of image analysis techniques and familiarity with data analysis software such as ORS Dragonfly, FIJI, Python, Matlab, Dream 3D, and mtexExperience with programming for data analysis using Matlab, Python, or similar softwareComputer skills including Microsoft office for data analysis and reportingFamiliarity with ductile material behavior and understanding of metallurgy principlesExperience documenting and presenting work in reports, memos, and presentationsExcellent communication and teaming skills

　　Posting Duration:

　　This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

　　About Our Team:

　　The Materials Characterization & Performance Department supports Sandia by developing and applying a breadth of analytical techniques to assess the structure, composition, and properties of materials. We serve our customers by helping them understand material behavior and performance, develop improved materials for specific components and applications, as well as develop lifetime performance predictions for materials. By applying a breadth of techniques, including spectroscopic and diffraction techniques, light and electron microscopy, metallography, surface analysis, chemical analysis, and contaminant analysis, we provide materials understanding and solutions for: engineering components and structures, failure analysis of all types of materials, and research projects across a wide customer base. We serve the entire corporation in their material analysis needs and frequently other federal agencies and industry. We also act as a gateway to materials characterization capabilities within and outside of Sandia. We take pride in owning, maintaining and utilizing to the fullest extent the best instrumentation available anywhere.

　　We provide our customers with:

　　Scientific discovery and peer-reviewed publications on structure-property relationships in metals.Solutions for research and development problems involving mechanical properties of materials.Relationships and dependencies among materials structures, composition, properties, performance, reliability and service environments.Diagnostics and modeling that enable deep scientific investigations of material behavior and prevention of failure.

　　We support various mission areas: Nuclear Deterrence, Defense Systems, Energy, and Biological Sciences.

　　Our team is committed to nurturing environment compatible with a broad group of people and perspectives in accordance with the changing makeup of the workforce. In support of this vision, we actively recruit applicants from diverse groups of backgrounds and fosters an inclusive community. Join us and work towards your goals while making a difference!

　　About Sandia:

　　Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

　　Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwideExtraordinary co-workersSome of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the worldCareer advancement and enrichment opportunitiesFlexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance

　　World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.govThese benefits vary by job classification.

　　Security Clearance:

　　Sandia is required by DOE to conduct a pre-employment drug test and background review that includes checks of personal references, credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education verifications. Applicants for employment need to be able to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship. If you hold more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country), your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.

　　Applicants offered employment with Sandia are subject to a federal background investigation to meet the requirements for access to classified information or matter if the duties of the position require a DOE security clearance. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness can cause a clearance to be denied or terminated by the DOE, resulting in the inability to perform the duties assigned and subsequent termination of employment.

　　EEO:

　　All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status and any other protected class under state or federal law.

　　NNSA Requirements for MedPEDs:

　　If you have a Medical Portable Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator, drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA security requirements for MedPEDs.

　　If you have a MedPED and you are selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories, there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.

　　Job ID: 692359