About the role#
The Physical and Chemical Spectroscopy Group is seeking a post-bachelors student to support experimental research in molecular spectroscopy. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining field-deployable liquid and gas systems. You will work on projects ranging from basic research and development to system deployment. This is a full-time, onsite position based in Los Alamos, New Mexico.
What you'll do#
- Design, build, and maintain field-deployable liquid and gas systems.
- Operate pressure systems and utilize hand and machining tools.
- Develop LABVIEW or similar programs to control systems and monitor data.
- Perform data analysis and contribute to written reports and presentations.
- Deploy systems with the team during field tests, both on and off site.
- Make necessary alterations to systems during experiments.
What you'll need#
- A B.S. degree in General Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or Mechanical Engineering.
- Experimental background in pressure or fluid systems.
- Familiarity with hand and machining tools.
- Experience with LABVIEW, Python, or equivalent programming languages.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience with data analysis and outdoor work.
- Ability to work effectively in a diverse team.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
Location & details#
- Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling, expected to be 1-2 years.
- Employment Status: Full-time, paid position.
About Los Alamos National Laboratory
Los Alamos National Laboratory is a research institution based in Los Alamos, New Mexico. Founded in 1943, the organization focuses on strategic science to support national security. Its workforce of over 13,000 people conducts research in fields such as supercomputing, nanotechnology, space exploration, and geophysics. The laboratory operates as a government agency.
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