Ab Initio Nuclear Theory - Postdoctoral Researcher

We have an opening for an Ab Initio Nuclear Theory - Postdoctoral Researcher to conduct research in ab initio nuclear structure and reaction theory. You will participate in innovative research utilizing state of the art many-body approaches, high-performance computing, and modern statistics methods to accurately describe the structure of exotic nuclei and low-energy reactions that take place during the Big Bang and other astrophysical settings. You will receive regular technical and soft skill training and benefit from committed and active mentoring both at the personal and institutional level. This position is in the Nuclear Data and Theory group of the Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division, a diverse group that collaborates extensively to provide state-of-the-art theoretical predictions and validated nuclear data.
This position requires full-time on-site presence due to the nature of the work.
You will
Conduct innovative research in ab initio theory and/or simulation of light-nuclei structural and reaction properties and their impact to astrophysical processes.
Combine ab initio approaches, high-performance computing capabilities and modern statistical methods to deliver accurate predictions of nuclear observables with quantified uncertainties.
Design and carry out numerical simulations on supercomputers at LLNL and other national laboratories.
Engage in collaborations between the Nuclear Data and Theory group, internal (LLNL), and external collaborators.
Pursue complementary research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internally and externally to the Laboratory.
Present research results at scientific conferences and meetings and in peer reviewed publications.
Contribute to proposal submissions.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Ph.D. in theoretical physics or related field.
Experience in theoretical methods applied to nuclear structure, reactions, or astrophysical simulations.
Experience developing computer codes for the solution of physics problems.
Ability to develop innovative approaches to tackle scientific and technical problems.
Proficient verbal and written communications skills necessary to author technical and scientific reports and publications, and to deliver scientific presentations.
Initiative and interpersonal skills with desire and ability to work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment.
Qualifications We Desire
Documented publication record in peer-reviewed literature with experience presenting research results to a large audience.
Experience with few- or many-body methods applied to atomic nuclei.
Familiarity with statistical methods and/or machine learning applied to uncertainty quantification.
Familiarity with any of C++, C, Fortran, Python, or equivalent computer programming languages, parallel programming, and general interest in developing large-scale HPC solutions to physical problems leveraging advanced architectures.
Pay Range
$123,048 Annually
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid