Advanced In-situ Electron Microscopy Postdoc Job at Los Alamos National Laboratory
What You Will Do
Materials Physics and Applications Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (MPA-CINT) is seeking an outstanding postdoc candidate for advanced in-situ (corrosion and irradiation) electron microscopy testing of various metal and ceramic materials. The candidate is expected to have TEM background to characterize microstructure evolution under corrosion and irradiation exposure. Techniques will include conventional diffraction contrast and analytical (S)TEM, in situ TEM, HR-TEM, FIB, PFIB, and EBSD at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The successful candidate will work with a team of experimentalist and modelers to explore and understand various corrosion mechanisms. Of particular importance is the role of interfaces. The position will be awarded to the candidate demonstrating exceptional talent with a successful collaborative and scientific track record.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: A PhD in materials science, physics, chemistry, or a related engineering discipline completed within the last 5 years or soon to be completed.
Desired Qualifications:
Note to Applicants:
For technical questions related to this position contact Drs. Benjamin Derby (benderby@lanl.gov) and Nan Li (nanli@lanl.gov).
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 childbirth 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. 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.
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.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 federal 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypePostdocPostdoc
Materials Physics and Applications Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (MPA-CINT) is seeking an outstanding postdoc candidate for advanced in-situ (corrosion and irradiation) electron microscopy testing of various metal and ceramic materials. The candidate is expected to have TEM background to characterize microstructure evolution under corrosion and irradiation exposure. Techniques will include conventional diffraction contrast and analytical (S)TEM, in situ TEM, HR-TEM, FIB, PFIB, and EBSD at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The successful candidate will work with a team of experimentalist and modelers to explore and understand various corrosion mechanisms. Of particular importance is the role of interfaces. The position will be awarded to the candidate demonstrating exceptional talent with a successful collaborative and scientific track record.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- Expertise in corrosion and irradiation
- Expertise in conventional diffraction contrast and analytical (scanning) transmission electron microscopy (S)TEM and high resolution TEM.
- Experience characterizing defects (dislocations, grain boundaries, phase boundaries) using (S)TEM and HR-TEM.
- Demonstrated knowledge of metals and ceramic deformation behavior.
Education/Experience: A PhD in materials science, physics, chemistry, or a related engineering discipline completed within the last 5 years or soon to be completed.
Desired Qualifications:
- Experience with in situ SEM or TEM mechanical testing
- Experience with a monochromated, image-corrected FEI Titan and other SEMs, FIBs, and TEMs, such as 4DSTEM.
- Experience in Electrochemistry and Corrosion
- Experience with EBSD.
- Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which generally requires US citizenship.
Note to Applicants:
For technical questions related to this position contact Drs. Benjamin Derby (benderby@lanl.gov) and Nan Li (nanli@lanl.gov).
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 childbirth 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. 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.
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.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 federal 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypePostdocPostdoc
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