EM Position at Los Alamos (fwd)

Los Alamos National Lab has an opening for a electron microscopist to work
in the Nuclear Materials Science group (NMT-16) on Pu alloys and other
actinides.

Applicants must apply directly through the official LANL web site, but they
may contact Brad Storey at storey@lanl.gov or 505-667-0458 with questions.
Note that this position requires US citizenship.

Summary:
The Nuclear Materials Science Group, NMT-16, of the Nuclear Materials
Technology Division is seeking a highly motivated materials scientist to
study plutonium and other actinide materials. The successful candidate
will participate in a team environment in ongoing experiments to support
Pit Surveillance, Pit Manufacturing, and Pit Certification Programs. The
primary experimental focus will be in fielding and advancing
state-of-the-art materials electron microscopy to investigate production
problems, component failures, and aging stockpile issues. They will have
access to three newly acquired instruments: a JEOL 6700F field-emission gun
SEM (WDS and EDS); a JEOL JAMP-7830 field-emission gun Auger Microprobe
(Auger, XPS, cold fracture, heating, orientation imaging microscopy, gas
reaction, AFM/STM); and a Kratos Axis-Ultra imaging XPS system (XPS, Auger,
heating/cooling, gas reaction). These instruments will be installed in the
Plutonium Facility at TA-55 in the spring of 2003, and enhance the
experimental capabilities of a well-equipped material science laboratory
that includes: a variable pressure SEM (EDS, WDS, OIM, CL spectroscopy,
hot/cold stage); a 5 spectrometer JEOL 8200 Electron Microprobe; diverse
x-ray diffraction capabilities; hardness testers; several modern optical
microscopes with digital cameras; and a nicely equipped metallography
line. The successful candidate will perform hands-on work with plutonium
and other actinides in a glovebox environment and mentor technicians in
materials science topics related to particular experiments.

Required Skills:
Extensive experience in materials characterization studies utilizing
electron-beam instrumentation and associated detectors, e.g., SEM,
microprobe, EDS, WDS, CL, OIM, etc. Recent peer-reviewed publications that
include SEM and microprobe as characterization tools. Strong knowledge of
quantification procedures relating to these techniques. Experience
maintaining state-of-the-art electron microscopy equipment and teaching
technicians and staff to operate it. Strong knowledge base in materials
science as evidenced by an advanced degree in the field and a
publication/presentation record. Demonstration of organizational skills and
good communication skills. Ability to obtain a Q clearance, which usually
requires US citizenship.

Desired Skills:
Experience in the design, production, or evaluation of nuclear weapon
systems and components. Ability to evaluate microstructures as they relate
to materials properties and processing history. Experience working with
nuclear materials in glove boxes, classified document handling at all
classification levels, and familiarity with quality assurance principles.
Experience writing successful proposals to secure funding. Active DOE
Q-clearance and PSAP approval.

Education:
MS (Ph.D. preferred) in materials science, nuclear, or metallurgical
engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Requirements:
This position is subject to the requirements of the Personnel Security
Assurance Program (PSAP). All candidates invited for an interview must
consent to be in the PSAP program at the time of the interview. Only the
selected candidate will be subject to the requirements of the PSAP program,
which includes a pre-employment screening check, medical examination, and
drug test.

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Brad Storey, Ph.D.
Team Leader, Microstructure & Microanalysis
Nuclear Materials Science Group (NMT-16)
Nuclear Materials Technology Division
Los Alamos National Lab
PO Box 1663, MS E574
Los Alamos, NM 87545

Tel.: 505-667-0458
FAX: 505-665-7815
pager: 505-996-3129
storey@lanl.gov
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Received on Tue Jun 4 08:22:25 2002