We have multiple openings for HED Physics - Postdoctoral Experimental Physicists to independently execute experiments and/or to develop instrumentation in support of the National Ignition Facility (NIF) and OMEGA laser-matter research. You will plan, design, execute and oversee experiments in the fields of laser-plasma interactions, hydrodynamics, radiation transport, implosion physics, material strength and nuclear physics. These positions are in the High Energy Density (HED) Scientific & Technology (S&T) Program within the National Ignition Facility and Photon Science (NIF & PS) Principal Associate Directorate (PAD).
In this role, you will
- Research, design and execute x-ray and laser driven experiments at NIF, at the OMEGA Laser Facility, and at the on-site Jupiter Laser Facility.
- Design, field, and coordinate optical, x-ray and nuclear diagnostics.
- Prepare and present technical and scientific reports, presentations, and publications for both internal and external audiences, including the DOE community and at conferences.
- Collaborate with scientists and researchers to achieve research objectives.
- Coordinate team resources and plan experimental campaigns.
- Pursue independent, complementary research interests and engage with a wide range of scientists both within and outside the laboratory.
- Perform other duties as assigned.