Postdoctoral Researcher in Metrology (Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory)

Entry Level \| Full-time Postdoctoral/Fellowship \| livermore, CA \| 03/15/2023 Reference #: REF3422Y Job Code: PDS.1 Post-Dr Research Staff 1 Organization: Physical and Life Sciences Position Type: Post Doctoral Security Clearance: None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation) Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana) Medical Exam: Not applicable Apply Now Company Description Join us and make YOUR mark on the World! Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place. We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is essential to innovation and creativity for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission. Pay $108,840 Annually Job Description We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research in the field of growth, processing, and characterization of inorganic films and coatings. You will actively participate in research aimed at gaining a better understanding of processes of ion beam etching and film growth by physical vapor deposition, with practical implications for the fabrication of components for high-power laser targets. This position is in the Nanoscale Integration Science group of the Materials Science Division. In this role you will Conduct experimental research in physical vapor deposition of films and coatings and ion beam milling of materials. Use a broad range of standard and advanced materials characterization and metrology tools. Contribute to and actively participate in the conception, design, and execution of research to address defined problems. Pursue independent but complementary research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory. Collaborate with scientists in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals. Lead manuscript development and maintain a strong overall publication record in peer-reviewed scientific literature. Present research at technical conferences and project/program review meetings. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications PhD in Materials Science, Physics, or a related field. In-depth knowledge and practical experience in structural, compositional, and mechanical characterization of materials. Experience with a broad spectrum of materials characterization and metrology tools. Demonstrated wide range of research interests. Ability to work productively on multiple projects as demonstrated by meeting deadlines, goals, and requirements. Experience performing self-directed research, presenting talks at conferences and a record of publishing results in established scientific journals. Proficient verbal and written communication skills as reflected in publications and effective presentations at seminars, meetings, and/or teaching lectures. Initiative and interpersonal skills with desire and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment. Qualifications We Desire Experience with plasma diagnostics such as electrostatic probes and ion energy spectrometers. Experience with designing, modifying, building, and automating vacuum systems. Experience with focused ion beam technology (FIB). Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Position Information This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date. Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory? Flexible Benefits Package 401(k) Relocation Assistance Education Reimbursement Program Flexible schedules (depending on project needs) Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement Security Clearance* None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.) Pre-Employment Drug Test External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor. Equal Employment Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. Reasonable Accommodation Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request. California Privacy Notice The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here. Apply Now If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Physicaloxy

Entry Level | Full-time
Postdoctoral/Fellowship | livermore, CA | 03/15/2023

Reference #: REF3422Y
Job Code: PDS.1 Post-Dr Research Staff 1
Organization: Physical and Life Sciences
Position Type: Post Doctoral
Security Clearance: None/Position does not require US citizenship (assignments longer than 179 days require a federal background investigation)
Drug Test: Required for external applicant(s) selected for this position (includes testing for use of marijuana)
Medical Exam: Not applicable

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Company Description

Join us and make YOUR mark on the World!

Are you interested in joining some of the brightest talent in the world to strengthen the United States’ security? Come join Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) where our employees apply their expertise to create solutions for BIG ideas that make our world a better place.

We are committed to a diverse and equitable workforce with an inclusive culture that values and celebrates the diversity of our people, talents, ideas, experiences, and perspectives. This is essential to innovation and creativity for continued success of the Laboratory’s mission.

Pay

$108,840 Annually

Job Description

We have an opening for a Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research in the field of growth, processing, and characterization of inorganic films and coatings. You will actively participate in research aimed at gaining a better understanding of processes of ion beam etching and film growth by physical vapor deposition, with practical implications for the fabrication of components for high-power laser targets. This position is in the Nanoscale Integration Science group of the Materials Science Division.

In this role you will

Conduct experimental research in physical vapor deposition of films and coatings and ion beam milling of materials.
Use a broad range of standard and advanced materials characterization and metrology tools.
Contribute to and actively participate in the conception, design, and execution of research to address defined problems.
Pursue independent but complementary research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory.
Collaborate with scientists in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals.
Lead manuscript development and maintain a strong overall publication record in peer-reviewed scientific literature.
Present research at technical conferences and project/program review meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PhD in Materials Science, Physics, or a related field.
In-depth knowledge and practical experience in structural, compositional, and mechanical characterization of materials.
Experience with a broad spectrum of materials characterization and metrology tools.
Demonstrated wide range of research interests.
Ability to work productively on multiple projects as demonstrated by meeting deadlines, goals, and requirements.
Experience performing self-directed research, presenting talks at conferences and a record of publishing results in established scientific journals.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills as reflected in publications and effective presentations at seminars, meetings, and/or teaching lectures.
Initiative and interpersonal skills with desire and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.

Qualifications We Desire

Experience with plasma diagnostics such as electrostatic probes and ion energy spectrometers.
Experience with designing, modifying, building, and automating vacuum systems.
Experience with focused ion beam technology (FIB).

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Position Information

This is a Postdoctoral appointment with the possibility of extension to a maximum of three years, open to those who have been awarded a PhD at time of hire date.

Why Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory?

Flexible Benefits Package
401(k)
Relocation Assistance
Education Reimbursement Program
Flexible schedules (*depending on project needs)
Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity
Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values
Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement

Security Clearance

None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)

Pre-Employment Drug Test

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

We invite you to review the Equal Employment Opportunity posters which include EEO is the Law and Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision.

Reasonable Accommodation

Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.

California Privacy Notice

The California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) grants privacy rights to all California residents. The law also entitles job applicants, employees, and non-employee workers to be notified of what personal information LLNL collects and for what purpose. The Employee Privacy Notice can be accessed here.

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