Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in science and engineering on behalf of national security. We are seeking a High Explosive and Equation of State Modeling Postdoc to join our Eulerian Codes and Fluid Dynamics Groups. We will rely on you to help push the limits of high explosives (HE) modeling, while focusing on the complexities of equations of state capabilities in multi-physics hydrodynamics codes, through cross-code comparisons, validation with experimental data or verification with analytical solutions.

In this position, you will assess constraints placed on EOS models by hydrodynamics algorithms and establish various metrics for both thermodynamic consistency high performance. In addition, the High Explosive and Equation of State Modeling Postdoc examines the fidelity of a variety of multi-material models to assess their computational efficiency, robustness and physical applicability and explores “Next generation burn models” which account for microstructural behavior of materials at the mesoscale.

Minimum Requirements:

• PhD in physics, engineering, mathematics or related field
• Experience in classical thermodynamics, continuum/fluid mechanics and programming languages such as Python, C/C++, Fortran, etc. or software such as Matlab, Mathematics, etc.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills in communicating to diverse audiences
• Evidence of expertise in physics or engineering through peer-reviewed publications and technical presentations
• Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance, which typically requires US citizenship

Desired Qualifications:

•  Experience with mathematical methods of physics and engineering such as vector calculus, analysis of differential equations, linear algebra, etc.
• Demonstrated experience with parallel scientific computing
• Familiarity with high performance computing and Unix/Linux computing environments
• Demonstrated experience engaging in collaborative environments, especially in cross-disciplinary research
  Basic knowledge of concepts in shock physics

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