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We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to advance our research and development efforts in electromagnetic plasma physics applications. Topics of interest in our group that we are targeting with this position include radiation-driven plasma phenomena, beam interactions with dense background gases, and magnetically insulated transmission line behavior for pulsed power systems, but could include other applications of relevance to Sandia from plasma theory to directed nuclear weapons stockpile work.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Perform analyses using our group's in-house electromagnetic plasma software simulation suite, utilizing the Department of Energy's latest supercomputing facilities
• Collaborate closely with our partner experimental organizations for validation of those capabilities.

As such, we desire a candidate who is willing to expand their expertise across a range of plasma physics regimes and team with other analysts, developers, and experimentalists in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment. Journal publications, conference presentations, and Sandia mission impact will be expected outcomes from this research.

Due to the nature of the work, the selected applicant must be able to work onsite at Sandia New Mexico.

• PhD in physics, nuclear engineering, applied mathematics, or related engineering discipline conferred within 5 years of start date
• Experience in simulation of plasma physics phenomena
• Experience in programming using scripting languages (Python, shell, etc.)
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOE Q clearance

• Background in validation of plasma physics simulations using experimental data
• Experience with utilizing high-performance computing (HPC) resources
• Scientific programming experience in C++
• Demonstrated ability to work with others and contribute in a team environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Willingness to be flexible in assignments and develop expertise in different areas of plasma physics

The Radiation/Plasma Analyses department brings together a team with diverse backgrounds to perform research and analysis in using advanced theory, modeling, and simulation tools to address a broad range of neutron/radiation transport and plasma physics applications at Sandia. We primarily use the RAMSES code suite, developed in our group, to deliver credible analysis products to Sandia's nuclear deterrence mission and support the labs' pulsed-power experimental facilities.

This posting will be open for application submissions for a minimum of three (3) calendar days, including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend the posting date at any time.

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This 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.