Postdoctoral Fellow: Explosive Tech Maturation & Modeling

Sandia National Laboratories; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to advance theory, experiments, and modeling in energetic materials, including ignition and thermal damage processes. The role involves collaboration with scientists to develop physics-based models and publish findings.

The position requires onsite work, potential travel for presenting results, and eligibility for a DOE Q clearance. PhD in a relevant field within five years is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience operating in a laboratory setting and maintaining safety policies.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q clearance.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop theory, conduct experiments and modeling in energetic materials.
• Collaborate with scientists and engineers to predict thermal damage and runaways.
• Publish work and present results; travel for conferences as needed.
• Work onsite at Sandia and partner with technologists in the lab.

Skills

Lab operations

Safety compliance

DOE clearance eligibility

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to advance theory, experiments, and modeling in energetic materials, including ignition and thermal damage processes. The role involves collaboration with scientists to develop physics-based models and publish findings.

The position requires onsite work, potential travel for presenting results, and eligibility for a DOE Q clearance. PhD in a relevant field within five years is preferred.