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Los Alamos National Laboratory Computational Earth Science Post Masters Student in Los Alamos, New Mexico
What You Will Do
The ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES SECURITY group (EES-16) in the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division (ees.lanl.gov) at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an opening for a creative and resourceful post MS student with background in hydrogeology, subsurface flow and transport modeling, mechanical engineering, physics, or applied math. The successful candidate will apply and develop tools to aid in data assimilation for a large CO2 sequestration project in Wyoming. Additional opportunities may include groundwater flow and transport modeling to support experiments related to radioactive waste disposition. Data collection and analysis will require collaboration with both University and Industry partners, and will be influenced by requirements laid out by the EPA in their oversight role for Class VI CO2 injection wells.
The successful applicant will participate in creating and presenting research at technical conferences and program meetings and in the development of internal technical reports and manuscripts for submission to high-impact journals.
The starting date for the initial appointment is June 2024. Post MS positions are for one year with the ability to renew for a second year. Options for continuing work with the laboratory can be pursued after the initial appointment, but is not guaranteed and depends on future funding situations in addition to candidate performance.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Strong organizational skills to synthesize data from multiple sources.
Excellent communication, writing and oral presentation skills.
Have a theoretical understanding of processes related to gas flow and transport in fractured rock and porous media.
Fluency in one or more programming languages such as Python, C++ or FORTRAN.
Demonstrated ability to work creatively and independently in collaboration with large interdisciplinary and diverse research teams.
Education/Experience: Master's degree in Applied Mathematics, Hydrogeology, Geosciences, Physics or Engineering completed within the last three years, and have not yet been accepted into another master's program or Ph.D. program.
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience visualizing model output with ParaView, Visit, or other dynamic visualization software.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Experience in application of numerical models of fluid flow and transport in fractured rock and porous media.
• Experience with machine learning methods.
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q clearance, which normally requires US citizenship.
Work Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM
Note to Applicants:
For further information, refer to https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/student-internships/graduate/index.php. LANL offers an excellent working environment and competitive compensation and benefits package.
Additional information about this position can be obtained by contacting Michelle Bourret (bourret@lanl.gov, +1 505 667 2165) and Philip Stauffer (stauffer@lanl.gov, +1 505 665 4638).
For full consideration, applicants must submit a two page or less comprehensive cover letter, which addresses the key requirements of the position along with their CV and current transcripts.
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
No Clearance: 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.
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