Postdoc: Experimental Radiation Detection & Measurements

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible schedules

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Job summary

A federal research laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to national security programs through research in radiation detection and nuclear sensing. The role involves designing experiments, analyzing data, and characterizing detectors. The ideal candidate should have experience in experimental radiation detection, proficiency in Python or C++, and the ability to work in collaborative environments. This position requires on-site presence in Los Alamos, NM, and offers various benefits including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in experimental radiation detection or detector characterization.
• Experience designing and conducting laboratory or field experiments.
• Experience analyzing experimental data, including statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experimental research in radiation detection.
• Design and perform radiation measurements.
• Analyze experimental data to evaluate detector performance.

Skills

Experimental radiation detection

Laboratory experiment design

Data analysis

Python programming

Collaborative teamwork

Technical documentation

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

A federal research laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Researcher to contribute to national security programs through research in radiation detection and nuclear sensing. The role involves designing experiments, analyzing data, and characterizing detectors. The ideal candidate should have experience in experimental radiation detection, proficiency in Python or C++, and the ability to work in collaborative environments. This position requires on-site presence in Los Alamos, NM, and offers various benefits including medical and retirement plans.