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us: PostDoc Appointee – Predictive Comp Modeling/Science Researcher [PhD in CS, appl math, OR, stat or rel area; expertise in one or more of the following areas advantage: scientific computing, graph analysis, linear algebra, machine learning, game theory, stat, num analysis, optimization, comp combinatorics, data mining, math physics of complex systems, information theory, decision theory, data fusion, inverse modeling and systems modeling; SW dvlpmt competence in a compiled and/or object-oriented languages (e.g. C++, Java, etc); $83,100 p.a.] / Sandia National Laboratories; Livermore, CA

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Sandia National Laboratories
Livermore, California

Postdoctoral Appointee – Predictive Computational Modeling/Science Researcher
JOB ID: 635336

MANAGER: Jerry Mcneish

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation. We are a world-class team of scientists, engineers, technologists, postdocs, and visiting researchers—all focused on cutting-edge technology, ranging from homeland defense, global security, biotechnology, and environmental preservation to energy and combustion research, computer security, and nuclear defense. To learn more, visit ca.sandia.gov.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Computer Sciences Group at Sandia National Laboratories/CA conducts research, development, and systems engineering in computer science and engineering to address important national security problems. Staff members work in multi-disciplinary teams and apply their expertise and software engineering skills to a wide range of applications for customers including the Departments of Energy, Defense, and Homeland Security. Staff members also regularly engage with external customers and sponsors.

The group does extensive software research, development, and deployment of:

• Scientific Computing: algorithms and software tools that enable modeling and simulation to play a major role in engineering design, certification, and manufacturing
• Knowledge Environments: Distributed tools and visualization technologies that enable secure scientific, engineering, or analysis collaborations
• High Performance Computing: networking, storage, and load balancing technologies
• Decision Support: tools and technologies to support decision making in complex national security mission areas, including game-based training environments for crisis responders, simulation of social networked systems (including formation and evolution), and system-of-systems modeling of catastrophic events
• Data Analysis: algorithms and tools for supporting exploration, triage, analysis, and visualization of heterogeneous data
• Enabling technologies: algorithms for optimization (including under uncertainty), PDEs, solution of large-scale systems of equations, and uncertainty quantification
• Network Traffic Analysis: algorithms and tools to detect and prevent unauthorized actions on networks

JOB DESCRIPTION

We have multiple openings for postdoctoral researchers in informatics and data mining, numerical algorithms for simulations, and/or computational mathematics for complex systems. Our staff members are expected to conduct innovative research, publish and present results in refereed journals and conferences, develop open-source software, and seek out new and interesting problems of national importance.

The annual salary for this position is $83,100.

QUALIFICATIONS

PhD in computer science, applied mathematics, operations research, statistics, or related area is required for this position, as is a strong record of academic performance. Candidates must be able to work in a collaborative research environment and must provide evidence of relevant research expertise in the form of technical publications, presentations, software, and/or knowledge of applications. Other required qualifications include software development competence in a compiled and/or object-oriented languages (e.g., C++, Java, etc.); proficiency in solving problems, prioritizing work, and making decisions; and excellent written- and oral-communication skills.

Desired expertise in one or more of the following areas is desired for this position: scientific computing, graph analysis, linear algebra, machine learning, game theory, statistics, numerical analysis, optimization, computational combinatorics, data mining, mathematical physics of complex systems, information theory, decision theory, data fusion, inverse modeling, and systems modeling. Other desired qualifications include a background in solving practical problems in science and engineering; encounters with real world data; and proficiency in software engineering, especially an understanding of object-oriented programming techniques and best practices, high-performance computing experience, and/or SQL database knowledge.

You can view and apply for this job at: tinyurl.com/236nka2

ABOUT SANDIA

Sandia provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with company-match. Our culture values work-life balance; we offer programs such as flexible work schedules with alternate Fridays off, on-site fitness facilities, and three weeks of vacation. In addition, Sandia/California enjoys close proximity to San Francisco, the Silicon Valley, first-tier universities, and diverse cultural and year-round recreational opportunities.

Sandia National Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. If this position requires a security clearance granted by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), U.S. citizenship and employee eligibility for clearance processing will be required at the time of hire. If you hold dual citizenship and accept a job offer for a position that requires a DOE-granted security clearance, you may be asked by DOE to renounce your foreign citizenship and retain only your U.S. citizenship.