Graduate Research Associate - Computational Mechanics

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 50,971 - 57,859; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Relocation assistance

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules

Onsite gym

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a graduate research assistant in the Fluid Dynamics and Solid Mechanics Group to explore computational solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, and related numerical methods.

The work focuses on modeling material dynamics, coupling advanced models with FEM/MPM approaches across scales, and collaboration with DOE/NNSA partners. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Master’s or PhD in relevant fields.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Master’s or Doctoral degree in computational mechanics, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, or applied mathematics.
• GPA of at least 3.2 on graduate coursework.
• Ability to work within a collaborative team environment.
• Desire to learn new things and openness to work on different projects.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research spanning computational solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, geomechanics and development of numerical methods.
• Model material dynamics across multiple length scales and couple advanced models with numerical methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and DOE/NNSA partners.

Skills

Collaborative work

Willingness to learn

FEM/MPM programming

Research in fluid/solid dynamics

Education

Master's or PhD in Computational Mechanics

GPA ≥ 3.2 on graduate coursework

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a graduate research assistant in the Fluid Dynamics and Solid Mechanics Group to explore computational solid mechanics, fracture mechanics, and related numerical methods.

The work focuses on modeling material dynamics, coupling advanced models with FEM/MPM approaches across scales, and collaboration with DOE/NNSA partners. Ideal candidates are pursuing a Master’s or PhD in relevant fields.