The extreme chemistry (X-chem) and materials science group at Lawrence
Livermore National Laboratory announces an opening for postdoctoral
candidates with experience in experimental physical chemistry and/or
solid-state physics. Our primary focus is to apply ultrafast laser
diagnostics to elucidate chemical and physical phenomena occurring at 10’s
of GPa pressure and 1000’s Kelvin. For a description of our current group
activities see:
https://www-pls.llnl.gov/data/docs/about_pls/scientific_staff/zaug/pls_csd_materials_science_group.pdf
Posted Date: 10/09/2009 Job Title: Post-Dr Research Staff Member (220.0)
Job Term: Post-Doctoral Salary Range: Open Organization: 9853 Chemical
Sciences Directorate: Chemistry, Materials, Earth and Life Sciences NOTE:
This is a two-year term appointment with the possibility of extension to a
maximum of three years. Eligible candidates are recent PhDs within five
years of the month of the degree award at time of employment offer.
NATURE AND SCOPE OF JOB
The Extreme Chemistry group (X-chem) within the Chemical Sciences Division
of the Physical and Life Sciences Directorate has an immediate opening for a
Postdoctoral Research Staff Member in experimental physical chemistry and/or
solid-state physics. The primary research thrust of X-chem involves
laboratory experiments designed to understand chemical reactions under GPa
pressures and/or at 10-3500 Kelvin. The aim is to interact with LLNL
computational chemists toward developing comprehensive models that
accurately predict a myriad of combustion, energetic material, and
propellant reaction processes. In addition the X-chem group studies
radiochemical, electrochemical, and biochemical systems where unresolved
grand challenge issues limit technological advances in energy use/storage
and nonproliferation arenas. The selected candidate will report to the Group
Leader for the Extreme Chemistry group.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
- Prepare samples and conduct laser or x-ray based measurements that are
congruent with X-chem objectives. Will process results with the goal of
publishing in peer-reviewed journals and communicating research findings at
national and international conferences and meetings.
- Contribute to the conception, design, and execution of research to address
X-Chem defined problems.
- Participate in collaborative efforts with other national laboratories and
industry.
- Participate in external reviews of projects at the request of DOE.
- Understand and follow LLNL’s policies and regulations related to ES&H and
Integrated Safety Management.
- Perform all assignments in accordance with ESH&Q, Security, and business
practice requirements and policies.
ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Recent PhD in Physics, Chemistry, or related field.
- Experience using diamond anvil cell (DAC) technology.
- Experience with pulsed and ultrafast laser systems including data
analysis/reduction, and interpretation of results.
- Demonstrated ability as an innovative experimentalist with experience in
experimental design, techniques, and execution.
- Demonstrated quantitative analytical capability.
- Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated
capabilities to author technical and scientific reports and publications and
deliver scientific presentations.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills to work in a diverse
multidisciplinary research team environment.
- Recent record of peer-reviewed publications.
- Experience with both PC and Macintosh-based computer systems.
MARGINAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
- Experience with DAC X-ray synchrotron experiments and data analysis.
To apply for this position the see:
https://jobs.llnl.gov/psc/jobs/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/s/WEBLIB_LL.VIEW_JOBS_LL.FieldFormula.IScript_View_Jobs_LL?KEYWORD=008667&x=0&y=0&
For further details please contact:
Dr. Joseph Zaug (925-423-4428)
Dr. Jonathan Crowhurst (925-422-1945)
or
Dr. Michael Armstrong (925-423-5702)
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