Postdoc: Ceramic Actinide Systems for Nuclear Power

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

401(k) with matching contributions

Flexible schedules

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Radioisotope Power Systems Design Engineering Team. This role focuses on actinide chemistry and materials science for nuclear power systems, requiring a doctorate in science or engineering and skills in ceramic fabrication.

The position offers benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) with matching contributions, and flexible scheduling. Candidates must be U.S. citizens eligible for Q clearance.

Qualifications

• Training and experience in ceramic engineering or ceramic fabrication.
• Ability to document technical results in formal formats.
• Experience with data manipulation and interpretation.

Responsibilities

• Optimize formation of ceramic solids through hot‑pressing.
• Work with radioactive materials under safety procedures.
• Write technical documents and present findings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Doctorate degree in science or engineering

Tools

Ceramic fabrication techniques

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the Radioisotope Power Systems Design Engineering Team. This role focuses on actinide chemistry and materials science for nuclear power systems, requiring a doctorate in science or engineering and skills in ceramic fabrication.

The position offers benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) with matching contributions, and flexible scheduling. Candidates must be U.S. citizens eligible for Q clearance.