Postdoctoral Appointee in Uncertainty Quantification in Chemical Systems (Onsite)
Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Location: Livermore
Posted on: April 19, 2024
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Job Description:
About SandiaSandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier
science and engineering lab for national security and technology
innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work
in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our
jobs:Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to
security, peace, and freedom worldwideExtraordinary co-workersSome
of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the
worldCareer advancement and enrichment opportunitiesFlexible work
arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every
two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour
days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and
telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)Generous
vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k,
learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed
at creating a solid work/life balance*World-changing technologies.
Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at:
http://www.sandia.gov*These benefits vary by job
classification.What Your Job Will Be LikeWe are seeking a
postdoctoral researcher with strong science/engineering and
computational science expertise to pursue research in uncertainty
quantification and machine learning in the context of chemical
systems. The role of the postdoctoral fellow will be to develop
uncertainty quantification and machine learning methods and apply
them in the context of computations of gas phase chemical kinetic
models. The project is expected to result in impactful publications
in major scientific journals and widespread recognition within the
international scientific research community, as well as impact the
long-term energy and environmental mission objectives of the U.S.
Department of Energy.On any given day, you may be called on to
perform:sensitivity analysismodel calibrationmodel validationDue to
the nature of the work, the selected candidate must be able to work
onsite at the Sandia Livermore location.Qualifications We
RequirePhD in the chemical or physical sciences, applied
mathematics, or engineeringExpertise in uncertainty quantification
and/or machine learning in physical systemsExperience in scientific
software developmentQualifications We DesireExpertise in C++ and
PythonExperience in performing collaborative and interdisciplinary
researchExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbout Our
TeamThe Plasma & Reacting Flow Science department at Sandia
primarily works on projects funded by the U.S. Department of Energy
Office of Science to address needs surrounding both high
temperature and low temperature plasma phenomena, combusting flows,
reacting gas-solid interfaces, uncertainty quantification (UQ), and
related topics such as scientific machine learning. We operate
state-of-the-art experimental laboratories, conduct work at the
DIII-D tokamak reactor, and utilize both local computer clusters
and the DOE Leadership Class supercomputers to conduct massively
parallel simulations. We also perform numerical research to improve
the understanding of advanced combustion engines, particularly when
operating on low-C fuels.Posting DurationThis posting will be open
for application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar
days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to
extend the posting date at any time.Security ClearanceThis position
does not currently require a Department of Energy (DOE) security
clearance.Sandia will conduct a pre-employment drug test and
background review that includes checks of personal references,
credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education
verifications. Furthermore, employees in New Mexico need to pass a
U.S. Air Force background screen for access to Kirtland Air Force
Base. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of
information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other
indicators of untrustworthiness can cause access to be denied or
terminated, resulting in the inability to perform the duties
assigned and subsequent termination of employment.If hired without
a clearance and it subsequently becomes necessary to obtain and
maintain one for the position, or you bid on positions that require
a clearance, a pre-processing background review may be conducted
prior to a required federal background investigation. Applicants
for a DOE security clearance need to be U.S. citizens. If you hold
more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country),
your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.Members
of the workforce (MOWs) hired at Sandia who require uncleared
access for greater than 179 days during their employment, are
required to go through the Uncleared Personal Identity Verification
(UPIV) process. Access includes physical and/or cyber (logical)
access, as well as remote access to any NNSA information technology
(IT) systems. UPIV requirements are not applicable to individuals
who require a DOE personnel security clearance for the performance
of their SNL employment or to foreign nationals. The UPIV process
will include the completion of a USAccess Enrollment, SF-85
(Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions) and OF-306 (Declaration
of for Federal Employment). An unfavorable UPIV determination will
result in immediate retrieval of the SNL issued badge, removal of
cyber (logical) access and/or removal from SNL subcontract. All
MOWs may appeal the unfavorable UPIV determination to DOE/NNSA
immediately. If the appeal is unsuccessful, the MOW may try to go
through the UPIV process one year after the decision date.EEOAll
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran
status and any other protected class under state or federal
law.NNSA Requirements for MedPEDsIf you have a Medical Portable
Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator,
drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and
other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body
functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia
National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA
security requirements for MedPEDs.If you have a MedPED and you are
selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories,
there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with
NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.Position
InformationThis postdoctoral position is a temporary position for
up to one year, which may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to
five additional years. The PhD must have been conferred within five
years prior to employment.Individuals in postdoctoral positions may
bid on regular Sandia positions as internal candidates, and in some
cases may be converted to regular career positions during their
term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing
availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance.
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