Postdoc: AI-Driven Molecular & Materials Modeling

Los Alamos National Security LLC; 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 matching contribution

Job summary

Los Alamos National Security LLC is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to advance electronic structure and simulation methods, focusing on rare-earth element chemistry.

Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in a related field within the last five years and experience in simulations and machine learning. This position emphasizes collaboration and offers cross-disciplinary opportunities.

The role is onsite in Los Alamos, NM, with potential for fellowships and significant benefits including robust medical coverage and retirement matching.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in relevant field completed within the last five years.
• Experience with first-principles electronic structure methods.
• Demonstrated ability to work creatively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced electronic structure methods.
• Investigate REE coordination and separation processes.
• Collaborate across disciplines in scientific workshops.

Skills

First-principles electronic structure methods

Atomistic simulations

Machine learning

Communication skills

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering

Tools

Python

High-performance computing

Job description

Los Alamos National Security LLC is looking for a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to advance electronic structure and simulation methods, focusing on rare-earth element chemistry.

Qualified candidates will have a Ph.D. in a related field within the last five years and experience in simulations and machine learning. This position emphasizes collaboration and offers cross-disciplinary opportunities.

The role is onsite in Los Alamos, NM, with potential for fellowships and significant benefits including robust medical coverage and retirement matching.