Physics Research Assistant

5 days ago

Livermore, California, United States Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Full time
Job Description

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is seeking highly motivated and talented undergraduate students to join our Physics Division as research assistants. As a research assistant, you will have the opportunity to work alongside our team of scientists and engineers on cutting-edge research projects in various areas of physics, including applied physics, condensed matter physics, high energy density physics, and plasma and fusion energy science.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct research in assigned areas under close direction and supervision.
  • Work with scientists conducting research in experiments, theory, or modeling simulation, and materials modeling.
  • Perform scientific assignments at an appropriate level of complexity and work collaboratively on scientific research and development projects.
  • Analyze results and provide weekly updates.
  • Present work through presentations and/or poster sessions.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Must be a continuing student in good standing at an accredited institution pursuing a bachelor's degree in a field of science, engineering, or an equivalent.
  • Demonstrated academic achievement in physics or a related field.
  • Ability to apply basic physics principles to solve technical problems.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills.
  • Ability to present and communicate concepts and ideas.
  • Knowledge in materials science/physics/applied mathematics/applied sciences.
  • Familiarity with modern computer-based data analysis approaches, summarizing, and presenting results.
  • Ability to work in a team environment.

Benefits:

  • Included in 2024 Best Places to Work by Glassdoor
  • Holiday Pay
  • Sick leave accrual
  • Individual 401(k) contributions
  • Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accountability (IDEA) - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity
  • Our core beliefs - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/our-values
  • Employee engagement - visit https://www.llnl.gov/diversity/employee-engagement

Security Clearance:

None required. However, if your assignment is longer than 179 days cumulatively within a calendar year, you must go through the Personal Identity Verification process. This process includes completing an online background investigation form and receiving approval of the background check. (This process does not apply to foreign nationals.)

Pre-Employment Drug Test:

External applicant(s) selected for this position must pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test. This includes testing for use of marijuana as Federal Law applies to us as a Federal Contractor.

Wireless and Medical Devices:

Per the Department of Energy (DOE), Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory must meet certain restrictions with the use and/or possession of mobile devices in Limited Areas. Depending on your job duties, you may be required to work in a Limited Area where you are not permitted to have a personal and/or laboratory mobile device in your possession. This includes, but not limited to, cell phones, tablets, fitness devices, wireless headphones, and other Bluetooth/wireless enabled devices.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to providing all with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status, age, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

Reasonable Accommodation:

Our goal is to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates applying and interviewing at the Laboratory. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please use our online form to submit a request.

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