Postdoc: AI for Earth System 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

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and PTO

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Extensive relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a postdoctoral candidate to join their Computational Physics and Methods group in Los Alamos, NM. The role focuses on developing machine learning capabilities to address complex Earth system science challenges. Candidates should possess a PhD in relevant fields and experience in machine learning, scientific computing, and data-driven modeling.

The position offers opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and applications in oceanography, hydrology, and more. Strong programming skills and a proactive research mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine learning and scientific computing with publications.
• Strong computational training in relevant fields like statistics and numerical analysis.
• Understanding of machine learning in Earth science applications.
• Excellent programming skills using modern ML libraries.
• Ability to work independently and in teams, communicating results clearly.
• Interest in developing new research directions.

Responsibilities

• Develop machine learning capabilities for integrating heterogeneous models.
• Collaborate with domain scientists on complex Earth science problems.
• Emphasize AI/ML methods that connect models and datasets.
• Engage in method development and empirical validation.
• Participate in cross-disciplinary collaboration and workshops.

Skills

Machine learning

Scientific computing

Data-driven modeling

Statistical methods

Scientific programming

Education

PhD in Earth System Science or related field

Tools

PyTorch

JAX

Python

NumPy/SciPy

Job description

Los Alamos National Security LLC is seeking a postdoctoral candidate to join their Computational Physics and Methods group in Los Alamos, NM. The role focuses on developing machine learning capabilities to address complex Earth system science challenges. Candidates should possess a PhD in relevant fields and experience in machine learning, scientific computing, and data-driven modeling.

The position offers opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and applications in oceanography, hydrology, and more. Strong programming skills and a proactive research mindset are essential.