Postdoc: Radiation Detection & Experimental Measurements

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

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

401(k) with matching contributions

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and time off

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Extensive relocation packages

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is searching for a Postdoctoral Researcher to enhance national security programs through innovative radiation detection techniques. The role involves experimental research, focusing on detector characterization, measuring radiation, and analyzing data. The ideal candidate possesses a PhD, programming skills in Python or C++, and experience in experimental radiation detection. LANL offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.

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, and analyze data.
• Operate and test detector systems.

Skills

Experimental radiation detection

Data analysis

Programming in Python/C++

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Technical documentation

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Tools

Statistical analysis tools

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is searching for a Postdoctoral Researcher to enhance national security programs through innovative radiation detection techniques. The role involves experimental research, focusing on detector characterization, measuring radiation, and analyzing data. The ideal candidate possesses a PhD, programming skills in Python or C++, and experience in experimental radiation detection. LANL offers a competitive benefits package including health insurance and a 401(k) plan with matching contributions.