Materials Science Post-Master’s Intern

What You Will Do

The Nuclear Materials Science Group (MST-16) of the Materials Science and Technology Division is seeking an outstanding and highly motivated candidate for the position of a materials science post-master's intern, with a focus of computational and theoretical skills utilizing electronic structure, meso-scale modeling, and/or experimental expertise at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). The successful candidate will be expected to have knowledge in use of density functional theory (DFT) codes, and/or experimental expertise to study a wide range of actinide science problems. The successful candidate will interact closely across groups and divisions on collaborative projects to help address LANL missions.

Nuclear Materials Science (MST-16) is an international leader in plutonium science and engineering and supports a variety of fundamental to applied programs, including Plutonium Sustainment, Pit Surveillance, Science Programs, Life Extension Programs, Advanced Certification, various global security programs, and Laboratory Directed Research and Development (LDRD) projects. MST-16 maintains a multidisciplinary expertise in actinide materials science and engages in areas important to Laboratory missions, including material characterization, phase stability, mechanical and dynamic properties, aging, electronic structure, corrosion, and surface science. Our work takes place in the Plutonium Facility (PF- 4), the Radiological Laboratory/Utility/Office Building (RLUOB), the Target Fabrication Facility (TFF), and numerous other facilities at LANL and across the country.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Master's degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or other relevant technical discipline
• Demonstration of dependability and ability to work effectively, and to work in a team environment.
• Demonstrate a commitment to technical and scientific excellence as well as timeliness of deliverables.
• Demonstrate a record of successful documentation of technical work and the ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written formats.
• Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which generally requires US citizenship.

Desired Qualifications:

• Expertise is required in the knowledge and implementation of electronic structure (DFT) codes and/or mesoscale codes.
• Understanding of materials science and/or familiarity of surface science experimental techniques
• Experience in studying 4f and/or 5f strongly correlated materials.
• DOE Q clearance

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: For full consideration please provide a detailed cover letter addressing each of the Minimum Job Requirements and Desired Qualifications and CV.
Where You Will Work

Located in northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. LANL enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile, developing technologies to reduce threats from weapons of mass destruction, and solving problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns.

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.

Clearance:



Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

• Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

426.2: This position is subject to DOE Order 426.2, Personnel Selection, Training, and Qualification Requirements for DOE Nuclear Facilities, which establishes entry-level requirements to ensure candidates selected for specific positions can successfully perform the requirements of the job..

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.

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