LOS ALAMOS, NM Los Alamos National Laboratory
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What You Will Do
The Solid Mechanics team, within T-3 group of the Theoretical Division, is seeking a highly motivated and productive graduate student to accomplish advancements in theoretical and computational modeling, with a focus on modeling porous media under dynamic compaction. Of interest is the research performing direct numerical simulations of porous materials under dynamic compaction at mesoscale and assessing the ability of the continuum models at macroscale to reproduce the results at mesoscale. The successful candidate will engage in daily communication of accomplishments with the primary mentor, contribute know-how in technical discussions, fulfill technical goals.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Complete a minimum of 6 credit hours (or equivalent) of course work the quarter before hire and enroll in and complete at least 6 credit hours per quarter while working as a graduate intern.
Maintain a graduate cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 over the course of the program.
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and uphold a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.
Ability to formulate and implement innovative approaches and solutions to problems.
Strong communication skills for a wide range of audiences.
Education/Experience: Completion of a bachelor’s degree and acceptance into a graduate degree program. Cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 is required.
Desired Qualifications:
Familiar with executing large simulations on a high-performance computing cluster, Slurm workload manager, bash scripts.
Coursework in continuum mechanics, advanced numerical method, tensor calculus, and experience in computational solid mechanics.
Familiarity with programming languages: Fortran, Python.
Strong computer skills including experience with database management.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Note to Applicants: As part of the application process, please upload your transcripts, cover letter, and resume.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People’s Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People’s Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents (“green card” holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
Dental and vision insurance
Free basic life and disability insurance
Paid maternity and parental leave
Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
Onsite gyms and wellness programs
Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 (https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
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