Postdoctoral Research Staff Member Job Description
Postdoctoral research staff member
provides formal/informal medical physics training to SRTT students and staff requiring the ability to effectively communicate (Essential).
Postdoctoral Research Staff Member Duties & Responsibilities
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Conduct research on atomic physics, radiative properties of hot, dense matter, inertial confinement fusion, high energy density physics, x-ray source development or laboratory astrophysics
Document research
Prepare written analyses and verbal briefings that capture and communicate research results periodic progress reports
Design, implement, and analyze techniques in of the above areas
Design, implement, fabricate systems and analyze techniques in of the above listed areas
Explore machine-learning concepts such as supervised and unsupervised feature learning algorithms integrating visualization systems with existing analysis infrastructure
Mentor student researchers
Write proposals, secure funding, and establish independent research projects
May lead a multidisciplinary team of research at various levels
Conduct research in the field of nanoscale materials synthesis, characterization and device fabrication
Postdoctoral Research Staff Member Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Education for Postdoctoral Research Staff Member
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the postdoctoral research staff member job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Doctoral Degree in Physical and Life Sciences, Computer, Engineering, Computer Science, Education, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Applied Physics
Skills for Postdoctoral Research Staff Member
Desired skills for postdoctoral research staff member include:
C/C++
Computational physics
Fields of application and ability to communicate effectively with subject matter experts
Python
Scripting languages
Condensed matter
High energy density physics
Atomic physics
Basic plasma physics and numerical simulation methods
Basic statistics as it applies to the design of experiments and data analysis
Desired experience for postdoctoral research staff member includes:
Experience with simulation techniques, (e.g., Molecular Dynamics, Monte Carlo, ) and experience with statistical mechanics concepts and methods
Experience with multiple classes of optimization algorithms and their relative merits for solving engineering design problems, , Partial Differential Equation (PDE) optimization
Experience with massively parallel computing and associated parallel programming interfaces, such as MPI, OpenMP, or CUDA and open source support libraries such as PETSc or Parasol
Experience in Matlab and/or FPGA programming electronic ADCs and DACs
Experience with radiation transport methods, such as MCNP, SCALE, GEANT, COG
Ability to work independently in multidisciplinary research teams
Postdoctoral Research Staff Member Examples
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Postdoctoral Research Staff Member Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a postdoctoral research staff member. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for postdoctoral research staff member
- Publish programmatic reports and peer-review publications summarizing research findings
- Present results at program meetings and scientific conferences
- Guide and conduct x-ray and laser driven physics experimental campaigns on HED facilities (NIF, Omega, Jupiter Laser Facility)
- Design, develop, calibrate, and deploy x-ray spectrometers and x-ray spectroscopic techniques for the purpose of studying the physics of high-temperature plasmas and radiative processes
- Guide the design and performance of experiments and conduct new experiments
- Perform measurements, analysis, and modification of optical systems
- Engineer, construct, and modify optical apparatus for materials characterization
- Investigate the kinetics and thermodynamics of the aging of elastomeric and other polymer systems, including systems which may or may not contain reinforcing fillers, and also of polymeric cellular foams
- Develop mathematical models based on experimental data that allow for prediction of changes to polymer structure and material properties over many years, including estimations of statistical validity of the predictions (standard errors, confidence levels)
- Conceive, design, and execute research to address defined problems
Qualifications for postdoctoral research staff member
- Extensive laboratory experience and expertise in using a broad range of analytical techniques (e.g., TEM, ICP-MS, SEM, XRD, BET, EXAFS)
- Experience with materials science characterization tools, , optical microscopy, atomic force microscopy, ellipsometry, and x-ray diffraction
- Experience with optimization algorithms and their relative merits for solving engineering design problems, , Partial Differential Equation (PDE) optimization
- Ability to characterize micro-scale 3-D structures desired, , SEM experience
- Demonstrated state-of-the-art knowledge of specialization topics within the signal and image sciences
- Ability as an innovative simulationist with a broad range of experience in simulation design and execution
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Our company is hiring for a postdoctoral research staff member. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for postdoctoral research staff member
- Analyze sampled, synthetic and modeled datasets relevant to energy, carbon and water flows throughout the energy system at multiple scales
- Evaluate, develop and apply technoeconomic analysis and lifecycle assessment tools to technologies and pathways that enable clean and sustainable energy and water systems
- Work with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and project managers to develop and apply new capabilities for technology assessments that inform engineering decisions and policy analysis
- Guide and conduct x-ray and laser driven physics experimental campaigns on HED facilities (NIF, Omega, and Jupiter Laser Facility)
- Design, develop, calibrate, and deploy x-ray imaging diagnostics and x-ray imaging techniques for the purpose of studying the physics of ICF implosions and high-temperature plasmas
- Design and execute bulk synthesis routes to enable and produce high-purity, actinide-based compounds (e.g., oxides, ceramics, metals/alloys, ) for basic science experiments
- Characterize product materials for phase purity, chemical inhomogeneity, density, and other desired physical attributes
- Acquire, analyze, and interpret data
- Work with actinide materials in a glove box
- Design, implement, and analyze computational techniques and tools in of the above areas
Qualifications for postdoctoral research staff member
- Recent PhD in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Materials Science or related field with emphasis in Nanotechnology and Carbon-based materials or related field
- Experience with CVD growth of vertically aligned CNTs and characterization with spectroscopy (Raman) and imaging techniques (SEM, TEM, AFM)
- Ability to understand and analyze experimental results
- Experience with carbon-nanotube/polymer or ceramic composite fabrication, with Focused Ion Beam nanomachining, E-beam nanolithography, and Atomic Layer Deposition
- Experience with Energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, TOF-SIMS, I-V device testing, cyclic voltammetry, and impedance spectroscopy
- Experience with experimental equipment design/development, and a wide range of analytical and mechanical testing techniques, including Lab View
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a postdoctoral research staff member. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for postdoctoral research staff member
- Participate in existing division collaborations and alliances with academia and industry
- Research and develop methods for UQ simulations exploiting highly accurate coarse (upscaled) finite element and more general purely algebraic coarsening schemes available or under development at LLNL utilizing high-performance computing to handle extreme scale problems
- Develop prototype software utilizing high-performance computing to evaluate novel UQ
- Conduct innovative research in ab initio theory of light-nuclei structure and/or reactions
- Contribute and actively participate in the development, implementation and application of new theoretical capabilities and computational algorithms for the purpose of describing structural and/or reaction properties of light nuclei starting from nucleon-nucleon and three-nucleon interactions
- Contribute and actively participate in the development of a new integrated framework
- Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of advanced research to address problems in nuclear forensics and nonproliferation, with a focus on development of improved linkages between observables and sample history
- Collaborate with other scientists and technical personnel to accomplish research goals
- Perform independent research and lead new projects in the area of compositional data analysis and multivariate statistical analysis
- Perform large-scale ab initio and classical molecular dynamics of complex solid-liquid and solid-solid interfaces
Qualifications for postdoctoral research staff member
- Recent PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or related field
- Knowledge of geomechanics and/or multiphase flow
- Knowledge of numerical methods, including discretization schemes and solution techniques
- Experience producing reports, publications, and proposals
- Research creativity, with exceptional ability and knowledge in the applicant’s area of specialization
- Proficient written and verbal communication skills necessary to collaborate effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment and present and explain technical information
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Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of postdoctoral research staff member. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for postdoctoral research staff member
- Research the use of iterative solvers and preconditioners tailored to the indefinite Helmholtz operator
- Collaborate with application teams to incorporate, evaluate and improve the performance of the new algorithms in specific applications, such as those developed in the RF-SciDAC project
- Collaborate with a broad spectrum of scientists, internally and externally, to accomplish research goals
- Participate in the development, design, implementation, fabrication, evaluation, and analysis of new algorithms and instrumentation for the detection, classification, identification, localization and tracking of nuclear materials or objects of concern
- Work with partners outside LLNL to deploy and test algorithms on next-generation radiation detection systems
- Document and publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical
- Contribute to and actively participate with project scientists and engineers in the scope, planning, and formulating modeling/simulation efforts for physical, engineering, and computational systems in the areas of cyber security, biological and environmental threat detection, uncertainty quantification, and others
- Develop, implement, validate, and document specialized analysis software tools and models as required
- Collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals including industrial and academic partners
- Perform fundamental science research for the development of new surface processing methods of optical materials for use in high energy, high power laser systems
Qualifications for postdoctoral research staff member
- Experience developing and calibrating diagnostics, and data analysis with careful attention to details
- Experience with experimental spectroscopy including calibration, instrument design and fielding, and data analysis
- Demonstrated ability to perform independent research, find innovative solutions and produce significant accomplishments to complex scientific and technical problems
- Documented publication record in peer-reviewed literature and /or experience presenting research results to a large audience
- Experience with x-ray sources, time-resolved optical and x-ray photon detection techniques, CCDs, and imaging
- Recent PhD in Physics, Material Science, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field
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Our company is growing rapidly and is looking for a postdoctoral research staff member. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for postdoctoral research staff member
- Contribute to group grant proposals andprogress reports, including proposal presentations and preparation of written proposals
- Interact with application teams to understand impact of the developed methods on real physics applications
- Document and disseminate research and development progress via technical reports, journal publications, and presentations within the DOE community and at conferences
- Perform modeling of low energy nuclear physics experiments using GEANT and/or MCNP, GARFIELD
- Perform experiments with large volume liquid scintillator detectors for neutron detection from low energy nuclear physics experiments
- Develop new analysis tools and methodologies to extract surrogate cross sections from highly correlated data
- Work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment
- Perform independent research and lead analysis of an experimental data set
- Collaborate with colleagues from France as part of CEA-DAM/NNSA collaboration
- Fabricate materials and reactor components using additive manufacturing and microfluidic techniques
Qualifications for postdoctoral research staff member
- Recent PhD in physical chemistry, materials science, physics, chemical engineering, polymer science or related field
- Understanding of the concepts of reaction kinetics and time-temperature superposition
- Willingness and ability to self-direct and work independently, and to collaborate on multidisciplinary teams as required to reach research goals
- Knowledge of isoconversional kinetic analysis, or polymer or glassformer physics
- Recent PhD in astroparticle physics, nuclear engineering, or a related field
- Ability to travel to the detector installation site during the deployment phase