Post Doctoral Opportunity at Los Alamos National Lab
Nishant Panda
What You Will Do
Come join the brightest minds at the most innovative R&D facility supporting our national security! The Computer, Computational, and Statistical Sciences Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking outstanding candidates for a postdoctoral research associate position for research in stochastic operators for uncertainty quantification of multi-physics models. The position is available immediately. Strong candidates will be considered for a joint appointment with the prestigious Center for Nonlinear Studies (CNLS) and/or laboratory fellowships.
As a postdoc, you will work with a small team of Ph.D. staff scientists as part of a multi-disciplinary research project focused on building a new class of models that describe propagation of uncertainty in coupled multi-physics models. You will design data-driven operators, such as the Perron Frobenius and Koopman operators, for uncertainty quantification (UQ) of highly non-linear and coupled dynamical systems. You should have a strong publication record, open mind to explore boundaries of scientific fields, and ability to effectively communicate with researchers having varied backgrounds. As a postdoctoral research associate, you would be expected to publish results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at well-known conferences. The position is for two years, with a third year possible contingent on excellent performance.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Publications
Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications within applied mathematics, dynamical systems, uncertainty quantification, machine learning, computational science, or related disciplines.
Communication
Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills.
Technical Experience
Experience with computer programming.
Education/Experience: Ph.D. in mathematics, physics, statistics, engineering, or a related discipline completed within the last 5 years. Applications from candidates who will earn their degree by the time of appointment are accepted.
Desired Qualifications:
- Expertise in dynamical systems.
- Expertise in data-driven methods for learning Koopman operators.
- Experience with measure theory, stochastic operators, and/or RKHS spaces.
- Experience with Statistical Analysis - Bayesian and non-Bayesian UQ, inverse problems, sampling methods.
- Strong programming experience with python and machine learning frameworks for neural networks.
- Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary science, especially in the areas mentioned above.
- Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance, which will provide opportunities to participate in a wider range of technical projects at the laboratory.
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:
The application package consists of a CV and a cover letter. In addition to applying online, applicants may email their CV and cover letter to Nishant Panda (nis...@lanl.gov, 309-531-0709) and Humberto Godinez (hgod...@lanl.gov, +1 505 665 9188). No applicant is expected to have all of the desired skills. Anyone who meets the education and minimum job requirements is encouraged to apply.
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
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.
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 appl...@lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.Employment StatusFull Time
The job link is here https://lanl.jobs/search/jobdetails/operator-theoretic-uncertainty-quantification-postdoc/7dd538e3-49f7-476f-a7ec-22e514d15331
Alternatively, the applicants can log into https://lanl.jobs and search with the job number IRC120891. If applicants have any questions they can directly email me.