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Research Scientist (Scientist 2)
Research Scientist (Scientist 2)-March 2024
Los Alamos
Mar 28, 2026
About Research Scientist (Scientist 2)

  What You Will Do

  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 2 position on the Shock Physics Team.

  The successful candidate will be trained to master established and novel experimental shock physics techniques and apply them to provide data essential to the calibration of equations of state of weapons materials, including plutonium. There will be opportunities to perform research on diagnostic development and shock properties of materials that will be openly published and presented to establish a strong scientific reputation.

  Much 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, phase change kinetics, and spall in shocked materials as well as temperature measurements using pyrometric radiance-based techniques. The Team operates eight large scale gas and powder research guns at a variety of sites. 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.

  What You Need

  Minimum Job Requirements:

  Strong publication record demonstrating experience in experimental research

  Excellent organizational, time management, and written and verbal communication skills

  Ability to obtain and retain a DOE Q Clearance and become qualified under the Human Reliability Program (HRP) to perform work at TA-55 a small fraction of their time

  Willingness to safely work with multiple hazards (high explosives, lasers, radiological materials, high pressures) in complex experimentation environments

  Interest in performing cutting edge research with a positive impact on national security and stockpile stewardship

  Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field from an accredited college and university and 4 years of related experience

  Desired Qualifications:

  Ph.D in Physics, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related fields

  Postdoctoral experience

  Experience in dynamic experiments, shock physics, or high pressure equation of state experimentation.

  Comfortable using data analysis/scripting tools, such as Matlab, Python, or a computer programming language.

  Active DOE Q Clearance.

  Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation): Hearing, seeing, walking, lifting 25lbs

  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: Applicants should submit a CV and a Cover Letter addressing each of the Required and Desired Qualifications though the LANL Careers website. Specific questions about the position can be directed to Shawn McGrane (M-9 Group Leader, [email protected]) or Blake Sturtevant (M-9 Deputy Group Leader, [email protected]).

  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, 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 [email protected] or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.

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