Postdoctoral Research Scientist

2 weeks ago


Columbia, South Carolina, United States Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Full time
Job Summary

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our Earth Systems Science Division. The successful candidate will work on advanced sensing systems for earth system science and renewable energy, studying the environmental impact of conventional hydropower and marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy systems, and developing advanced energy-harvesting systems for small sensors/transmitters as well as remote sensing platforms.

Responsibilities
  • Design and test advanced sensing systems for earth system science and renewable energy.
  • Study the environmental impact of conventional hydropower and marine and hydrokinetic renewable energy systems.
  • Develop advanced energy-harvesting systems for small sensors/transmitters as well as remote sensing platforms.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement new technologies.
Qualifications
  • PhD in applied physics, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering (with focus on acoustics).
  • Minimum overall GPA of 3.5.
  • Familiar with sound propagation theory and modeling.
  • Proficient with acoustic signal processing.
  • Hands-on experience with acoustic telemetry system design and testing.
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, and other general electrical test equipment.
  • Experience with machine learning and high-performance computing.
  • Experience with C/C++, Fortran, Python, MATLAB, and assembly programming languages.
Working Conditions

Must be comfortable working in the field, including on a research vessel.



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