Computational Fire Modeling Post-Bachelor Research Associate - Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos, NM
About the Job
Job TitleComputational Fire Modeling Post-Bachelor Research AssociateLocationLos Alamos, NM, USOrganization NameEES-16/ ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES SECURITYMinimum SalaryMaximum Salary
What You Will Do
The fire team in the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has immediate openings for multiple post-bachelor researchers with experience in the computational sciences or related fields including but not limited to scientific computing, computational fluid dynamics, or a relevant engineering discipline. Selected candidates will work as part of a team developing novel approaches to simulate, analyze, and communicate fire behavior and effects. Together with fellow researchers, successful candidates will lead the development and application of LANL's QUIC-Fire and HIGRAD/FIRETEC modeling softwares and auxiliaries. Los Alamos National Laboratory solves problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns, and enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
• Education or training in at least one of the following areas: scientific computing, computer science, data management, software engineering, user-interface design, fire, hydrology, combustion, computational fluid dynamics, or computational engineering.
• Experience with compiled (fortran, C, etc.) and/or interpreted languages (python, Julia, etc.)
• Experience with working on a variety of computational platforms (local systems, log-in systems, cloud computing, etc.) and systems (Mac, Windows, or Linux)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with best software development practices, including source code control in a team environment and git usage
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, computational science, or related STEM discipline, conferred within the past three (3) years, or all degree requirements completed by commencement of the appointment and have not yet been accepted and enrolled in a graduate program.
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience with both compiled (fortran, C, etc.) and interpreted languages (python, R, etc.)
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary team
• Experience with development of graphical user interfaces
• Experience with the programming, parallelization, and optimizing of numerical software
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
Work Environment:
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.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Your application package should consist of a resume and a cover letter. Your cover letter should explicitly address how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired skills, if applicable. Applicants are not expected to meet all desired qualifications. We encourage anyone who meets the minimum requirements to apply. Please address your cover letter to the LANL Fire Science Team and address how your research or insight could be applied as a member of this team. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please submit your application through lanl.jobs. This position will be located physically onsite at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.
The Energy & Natural Resources Security group, EES-16, comprises approximately 100 scientists, research technologists, postdocs, students, and scientific guests. The Group combines basic and applied research to develop novel and integrated approaches in support of LANL missions in National Security, Energy Security, and fundamental earth system science. Our work includes the development and implementation of novel computational methods; subsurface flow, fracture, and transport numerical modeling; energy- and environmental infrastructure studies; climate change resilience, hydrology and ecology studies; natural hazard analysis; wildfire analysis and modeling; and fossil energy and energy transition initiatives. Our main sponsors are Department of Energy, Intelligence Agencies, National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of State, Forest Service, Department of Defense, Industry, and NASA.
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:
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating the 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.
*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.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
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.
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.
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.
• Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
• Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
• Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
• From here, you will establish an account with username and password
How to Apply: How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
• Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
• Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
What You Will Do
The fire team in the Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has immediate openings for multiple post-bachelor researchers with experience in the computational sciences or related fields including but not limited to scientific computing, computational fluid dynamics, or a relevant engineering discipline. Selected candidates will work as part of a team developing novel approaches to simulate, analyze, and communicate fire behavior and effects. Together with fellow researchers, successful candidates will lead the development and application of LANL's QUIC-Fire and HIGRAD/FIRETEC modeling softwares and auxiliaries. Los Alamos National Laboratory solves problems related to energy, environment, infrastructure, health, and global security concerns, and enhances national security by ensuring the safety and reliability of the U.S. nuclear stockpile.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
• Education or training in at least one of the following areas: scientific computing, computer science, data management, software engineering, user-interface design, fire, hydrology, combustion, computational fluid dynamics, or computational engineering.
• Experience with compiled (fortran, C, etc.) and/or interpreted languages (python, Julia, etc.)
• Experience with working on a variety of computational platforms (local systems, log-in systems, cloud computing, etc.) and systems (Mac, Windows, or Linux)
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
• Familiarity with best software development practices, including source code control in a team environment and git usage
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Education/Experience: A Bachelor's degree in the natural sciences, mathematics, statistics, computational science, or related STEM discipline, conferred within the past three (3) years, or all degree requirements completed by commencement of the appointment and have not yet been accepted and enrolled in a graduate program.
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience with both compiled (fortran, C, etc.) and interpreted languages (python, R, etc.)
• Experience working in an interdisciplinary team
• Experience with development of graphical user interfaces
• Experience with the programming, parallelization, and optimizing of numerical software
Essential Job Functions (can perform with or without reasonable accommodation):
- Assist in the development of graphical user interfaces for LANL's fire modeling softwares and auxiliaries
- Aid software developments to advance capabilities
- Run simulations and generate results in consultation with team scientists
- Present team's capabilities to a variety of practitioner venues (conferences, workshops, trainings, etc.)
Work Environment:
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.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Your application package should consist of a resume and a cover letter. Your cover letter should explicitly address how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired skills, if applicable. Applicants are not expected to meet all desired qualifications. We encourage anyone who meets the minimum requirements to apply. Please address your cover letter to the LANL Fire Science Team and address how your research or insight could be applied as a member of this team. Applications will be reviewed as received. Please submit your application through lanl.jobs. This position will be located physically onsite at Los Alamos National Laboratory in Los Alamos, NM.
The Energy & Natural Resources Security group, EES-16, comprises approximately 100 scientists, research technologists, postdocs, students, and scientific guests. The Group combines basic and applied research to develop novel and integrated approaches in support of LANL missions in National Security, Energy Security, and fundamental earth system science. Our work includes the development and implementation of novel computational methods; subsurface flow, fracture, and transport numerical modeling; energy- and environmental infrastructure studies; climate change resilience, hydrology and ecology studies; natural hazard analysis; wildfire analysis and modeling; and fossil energy and energy transition initiatives. Our main sponsors are Department of Energy, Intelligence Agencies, National Nuclear Security Administration, Department of State, Forest Service, Department of Defense, Industry, and NASA.
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)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating the 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.
*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.
No Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.
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.
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.
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.
• Please enter only your first and last name and current email address (an email with your validation code will be sent to you) to activate the account currently in our system.
• Enter your validation code as described in the email you receive and complete the 3-page registration form. Your account is now active, and you can apply for jobs or save to your basket. Important: Enter the validation code within 15 days to activate your account or your account will be deactivated
Follow the instructions below if you if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to create an account:
• Select the Register button if you have never been employed with the Lab or received insurance coverage to Create an Account.
• From here, you will establish an account with username and password
How to Apply: How to Apply: Login to Your Account to Complete the Application Process
• Click the Vacancy Name number (in blue) to view any job's details.
• Click Apply or Add to Basket to apply later. Tip: To apply for a job or save your basket, you must have a LANL jobs account.
If you experience any technical issues, please email applyhelp@lanl.gov for assistance.
Source : Los Alamos National Laboratory