Ion-Beam Neutron Irradiation Postdoc

Los Alamos National Laboratory; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO or high‑deductible medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with 6% matching and 3.5% annual contribution

Flexible schedules and paid time off

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate for developing an ion-beam-driven neutron irradiation capability. This role focuses on hands-on experimental work in a multidisciplinary team, contributing to design and analysis within accelerator operations.

The position requires a Ph.D. in relevant fields, offering extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experimental experience with ion sources and accelerator facilities.
• Knowledge of ion-beam interactions and accelerator operations.
• Ph.D. in accelerator physics, nuclear engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, commission, and operate a neutron source for irradiation experiments.
• Conduct hands-on experimental work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Integrate systems and analyze data related to neutron diagnostics.

Skills

Experimental experience with ion sources

Experience using beam diagnostics

Knowledge of ion‑beam interactions

Ability to design and analyze experiments

Meeting technical milestones in research

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant field

Tools

MCNP

GEANT4

Python

LabVIEW

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory seeks a motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate for developing an ion-beam-driven neutron irradiation capability. This role focuses on hands-on experimental work in a multidisciplinary team, contributing to design and analysis within accelerator operations.

The position requires a Ph.D. in relevant fields, offering extensive benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.