Postdoctoral Researcher: Radiation Detection & Imaging

Sandia National Laboratories; California; Hybrid; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, CA, seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to perform radiation detection science. You will work in an interdisciplinary team, designing experiments, modeling detectors, and developing electronics for advanced imaging and characterization.

The position requires a PhD in a related field, DOE security clearance eligibility, and strong coding skills in C++/Python with experience in MCNP/Geant4. Hybrid onsite/offsite work is supported, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• PhD required in a relevant field (e.g., particle physics, nuclear engineering, optical sciences).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q-level security clearance.
• Experience with radiation detection and imaging algorithm development.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as C++ and Python.
• Experience with data acquisition hardware and readout systems.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments using state-of-the-art facilities for radiation detection research.
• Model, simulate, and analyze detector systems and imaging techniques.
• Develop and test digital readout electronics and data acquisition systems.
• Develop scintillator characterization and optical measurement methods.
• Publish results in conferences and peer‑reviewed journals; collaborate across teams.

Skills

C++

Python

Monte Carlo

Radiation detection

Data analysis

FPGA/ASIC electronics

Readout hardware

Statistical analysis

Education

PhD in Particle Physics/Nuclear Engineering/Optical Sciences or related field

Tools

MCNP

Geant4

C++

Python

Data acquisition systems

PMT/SiPM characterization

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Livermore, CA, seeks a Postdoctoral Appointee to perform radiation detection science. You will work in an interdisciplinary team, designing experiments, modeling detectors, and developing electronics for advanced imaging and characterization.

The position requires a PhD in a related field, DOE security clearance eligibility, and strong coding skills in C++/Python with experience in MCNP/Geant4. Hybrid onsite/offsite work is supported, with travel as needed.