MSIPP Postdoctoral Research Associate - Computational Materials

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Computational Materials Scientist Postdoctoral Research Associate to work in our Computational Materials and Mechanics department. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located out of our Collaborative Computing Center facility with every Friday off.

You will focus on the development of computational methods furthering the mission of the Department of Energy's Environmental Management program, based on the MOOSE finite element framework (https://mooseframework.inl.gov/ ), including the development of machine learning surrogate models and Bayesian inference methods. You will develop models for reactive transport in porous media to predict the response of groundwater contamination to climate perturbations and the transport of groundwater plumes. You will develop thermo-chemistry models to help model the conversion of contaminants in aqueous solution and you will apply cutting edge numerical methods to enhance full field simulations of ground water flow with sparse monitoring data.

You will take part in solving complex technology issues facing the nation. Your experience will provide ample room to develop novel scientific ideas and pursue external collaborations with industry and academia.

Responsibilities Include:

• Help develop plans for new research areas and proposals
• Develop models and computational capabilities to be included in the MOOSE finite element framework
• Write and contribute to scientific manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal publication and present research results at national and international conferences and meetings
• Provide peer review of related research internal and external to INL
• Have an interest in developing new skills to apply to complex nuclear and material science-based models
• Become an asset to our interdisciplinary R&D team and work both individually and as a team member
• Be proficient in scientific computing languages: C++, Python, git, MacOS/Linux, and LaTeX

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD requirements must be completed by commencement of appointment and within the previous 5 years.
• PhD in nuclear, mechanical, civil or a related engineering field with a focus on computational science
• Will work in culturally diverse environment
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills in English with excellent skills in communicating scientific results
• Will obtain and retain access to the software packages under development
• Demonstrated knowledge of thermo-chemistry, porous flow, reactive transport, and one or more computational techniques such as: numerical methods, finite elements, machine learning surrogate models, physics informed neural networks
• Experience in software development and code stewardship with scientific computing languages and object-oriented programming, or a solid applied math background
• Must hold a degree from a Minority Serving Institution (MSI)***

• The salary for this position is $96,900.00 Annually.
• You are required to show a demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment.

Benefits and Relocation

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k participation is optional but no company match or contribution is provided
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Comprehensive Relocation Package
• Benefit eligibility subject multiple factors, including employment status and position classification.

INL is a science-based, applied engineering national laboratory dedicated to supporting the U.S. Department of Energy's mission in nuclear energy research, science, and national defense. With more than 5,800 scientists, researchers, and support staff, the laboratory works with national and international governments, universities and industry partners to discover new science and development technologies that underpin the nation's nuclear and renewable energy, national security, and environmental missions.

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