What You Will Do

We are seeking outstanding candidates to fill an immediate postdoctoral opening in static and ultrafast photoemission spectroscopy on quantum materials. The successful candidate will focus on establishing new capabilities in photoemission spectroscopy ranging from in-situ strain to the development of laser based light sources. Systems of interest include strongly correlated f-electron systems, topological materials, and low-dimensional materials. Some studies may also be performed at national user facilities, such as the Advanced Light Source, Linac Coherent Light Source, and the National Synchrotron Light Source II.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements: expertise in one or more of the following

• Angle resolved photoemission spectroscopy

• X-ray photoemission spectroscopy

• Ultrahigh vacuum

• Nonlinear optics for DUV (> 6 eV) generation

• Strong background in condensed matter physics

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Education/Experience: A Ph. D. in a relevant field completed within the past 5 years or soon to be completed.

Desired Qualifications:

• Knowledge and implementation of in-situ strain cells in UHV conditions

• Expertise in surface preparation and treatment

• Labview software and programming

• Data analysis/modeling using MATLAB, Igor Pro, or an equivalent program

• A strong background in fundamental physical processes of topological materials, and strongly correlated electron materials

• Ability to work independently

Location: This position will be located in Los Alamos, NM.

Note to Applicants:

Please contact Nicholas Sirica (nsirica@lanl.gov) or Filip Ronning (fronning@lanl.gov) if additional details are required.
Where You Will Work

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. 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

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Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

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.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusFull TimeAppointment TypePostdocPostdoc

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