Quantum computation and atomic/molecular physics postdoc Los Alamos National LaboratoryQuantum computation and atomic/molecular physics postdocLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. Leveraging techniques from quantum algorithms and knowledge of challenges in atomic physics, the postdoc will be expected to contribute to a research pipeline that spans detailed studies of quantum computing and quantum information all the way to atomic physics applications.
Shock Physics Post-Baccalaureate Student Los Alamos National LaboratoryShock Physics Post-Baccalaureate StudentLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The individual will have opportunities to support experiments using a diverse set of platforms including those at LANL's Dynamic Equation of State facility with several gas and powder guns, at X-ray user facilities such as the Dynamic Compression Sector at Argonne National Laboratory, and at Sandia's Z-machine.
Postdoctoral Positions (full-time or part-time) in the Physics and Chemistry of Materials group (T-1) at Los Alamos National Laboratory Los Alamos National LaboratoryPostdoctoral Positions (full-time or part-time) in the Physics and Chemistry of Materials group (T-1) at Los Alamos National LaboratoryLos Alamos, NMThe members of the T-1 group, who would sponsor the postdoctoral associate, are experts in theory and simulation of materials using a wide range of techniques, spanning multiple length-scales, from the atomic to the continuum. For general program information, refer to the Postdoc Program web page https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/postdoc-program/index.php .
Shock Physics and Materials at Extreme Conditions Postdoctoral Research Associate Los Alamos National LaboratoryShock Physics and Materials at Extreme Conditions Postdoctoral Research AssociateLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Postdoctoral Research Associate: Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics Los Alamos National LaboratoryPostdoctoral Research Associate: Quantum and Condensed Matter PhysicsLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics Group (T-4) in the Theoretical Division conducts both basic and applied theoretical research in a wide range of areas, including quantum matter, strongly correlated systems, quantum information science, quantum computing, quantum photonics, materials physics, nonequilibrium dynamics, statistical physics, applied energy, and atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics including opacity.
Computational Physics Post-Bachelor Student Los Alamos National LaboratoryComputational Physics Post-Bachelor StudentLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. In particular, the candidate will support efforts to improve accelerator optimization and tuning by modernizing existing software, applying physics-constrained machine learning, or developing differentiable physics simulations.
Graduate Student: Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics Los Alamos National LaboratoryGraduate Student: Quantum and Condensed Matter PhysicsLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics Group (T-4) in the Theoretical Division conducts both basic and applied theoretical research in a wide range of areas, including quantum matter, strongly correlated systems, quantum information science, quantum computing, quantum photonics, materials physics, nonequilibrium dynamics, statistical physics, applied energy, and atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics including opacity.
T-2/ Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology (R&D Manager 4) Los Alamos National LaboratoryT-2/ Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology (R&D Manager 4)Los Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The group leader's responsibilities include management of the group, working with the division management, promoting and maintaining fruitful scientific interactions with organizations at LANL working on NPAC, working with staff scientists to recruit and develop outstanding new scientific talent, to help develop new opportunities to support this research, and to develop the careers of graduate students, postdocs, and staff.
Health Physics Field Coordinator (HP Field Coordinator 2/3) Los Alamos National LaboratoryHealth Physics Field Coordinator (HP Field Coordinator 2/3)Los Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. Extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience in radiation protection principles and practices at DOE facilities, responding to radiological incidents/emergencies, maintaining operational health physics requirements, radiation monitoring, personnel exposure control, and other operational health physics activities.
Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group Leader (T-5) (R&D Manager 4) Los Alamos National LaboratoryApplied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group Leader (T-5) (R&D Manager 4)Los Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The group leader's responsibilities include management of the group, working with the division management, promoting and maintaining fruitful scientific interactions with organizations at LANL, working with staff scientists to recruit and develop outstanding new scientific talent, and to help develop new opportunities to support this research, and to develop the careers of graduate students, postdocs, and staff.
GraduSummer Student Research Assistant - Computational Physics and Modeling Los Alamos National LaboratoryGraduSummer Student Research Assistant - Computational Physics and ModelingLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. Instructions on How to Activate/Create a LANL Jobs Account: Follow the instructions below if you have ever had an employee Z number, been a contractor, or received Los Alamos Lab insurance coverage to activate your account: Select the Click Here button if you have been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage.
Condensed Matter Physics Postdoc (Multiple Openings) Los Alamos National LaboratoryCondensed Matter Physics Postdoc (Multiple Openings)Los Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Pulsed Field Facility of the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) at Los Alamos National Laboratory has an immediate opening for 3 postdoctoral positions in experimental condensed matter physics in high magnetic fields, each focusing on the following areas: Position #1: Magneto-optical spectroscopy of semiconducting, magnetic, and superconducting materials.
Detonation Physics Research Tec (Research Tec 4/5) Los Alamos National LaboratoryDetonation Physics Research Tec (Research Tec 4/5)Los Alamos, NM$72,800–$115,400 / yearDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. In addition to what was outlined at the lower level, at this level the Research Tec 5 will have advanced skills in one of the following areas: Specialized training and knowledge for working in hazardous environments such as those involving high explosives.
Modeling and Simulation of Inertial Confinement Fusion Physics Postdoc Los Alamos National LaboratoryModeling and Simulation of Inertial Confinement Fusion Physics PostdocLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The Eulerian Codes Group (XCP-2) in the X-Computational Physics (XCP) Division is seeking an outstanding candidate for a postdoctoral position in code development and modeling related to plasma physics and Inertial Confinement Fusion (ICF).
Postdoctoral Researcher in Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology Los Alamos National LaboratoryPostdoctoral Researcher in Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and CosmologyLos Alamos, NMDue to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. The T-2 group (Nuclear and Particle Physics, Astrophysics and Cosmology) in the Theoretical Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory invites applications for two-year postdoctoral positions in Nuclear Theory to begin in Fall 2026.
Health Physics Coordinator HII Nuclear Inc.Health Physics CoordinatorLos Alamos, NMEs sential Duties/Responsibilities (may include, but are not limited to): While working to achieve N3B LLCC objectives, will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner; will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety, security and quality an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. Directs health physics support operations and interfaces with facility and program personnel to identify needs, resolve issues, and ensure appropriate radiation protection support given the priorities of emergency response, radiation protection program implementation, and programmatic support.
Radiological Technician (RADCON Tech) / Health Physics Technician HII Nuclear Inc.Radiological Technician (RADCON Tech) / Health Physics TechnicianLos Alamos, NMWhile working to achieve N3B LLCC objectives, will ensure all activities and operations are performed in a safe and deliberate manner; will maintain required safety, security and operational training; assure procedural and regulatory compliance; and make safety, security and quality an integral part of every task; including taking the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or compromises security. Level of language skills, mathematical skills, communication skills, reasoning ability and computer skills necessary to perform essential functions of the job.
Health Physicist 1 or 2 Los Alamos National LaboratoryHealth Physicist 1 or 2Los Alamos, NM$106,400–$176,000 / yearResponsibilities will include: investigating radiation hazards in the full range of RP assignments; assisting in developing and implementing metrics to measure the effectiveness of the operational RP Program; assisting in developing, implementing and evaluating administrative and engineering controls to protect Laboratory personnel from radiological hazards; assisting in developing and implementing monitoring programs to measure the buildup of radioactive materials in the workplace; measuring the integrity of radiological engineering controls; and help ensure that RP concepts and policies are incorporated into Laboratory designs to protect workers, the public and the environment. Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Non-Destructive Assay (Nda) Physicist Safari LandNon-Destructive Assay (Nda) PhysicistSanta Fe, NMWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to regularly stand, walk, and use hands to lift or handle objects tools or controls. Analyze results of experiments to determine feasibility of accurate or improved detection and sensitivity/performance capabilities for PSC systems.•
High Explosives Computational Physicist (Scientist 2) Los Alamos National LaboratoryHigh Explosives Computational Physicist (Scientist 2)Los Alamos, NMNote to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory. XCP-2 staff span a wide range of computational physics modeling disciplines including numerical fluid and solid mechanics, materials science, radiation hydrodynamics, plasma physics, turbulence, magnetohydrodynamics, high explosives, nuclear physics and engineering, and neutral and charged particle transport.