Research Scientist

2 weeks ago

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States Sandia National Laboratories Full time
About the Job

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled graduate student intern to join our team of scientists at Sandia National Laboratories. As a member of our Advanced Materials Laboratory, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research and development projects in the field of polymer materials science.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct materials characterization, including thermal analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, thermomechanical analysis, thermogravimetric analysis, dynamic mechanical analysis, NMR, FTIR, Raman, XPS, SEM, GPC, and rheological testing.
  • Perform polymer and/or materials synthesis, functionalization, and characterization.
  • Develop novel additive manufacturing (AM) processes and materials, with particular emphasis on vat photopolymerization (e.g., volumetric, DLP, SLA, 2-photon, etc.).
  • Develop in situ characterization and data analysis techniques to enable real-time process control of AM.
  • Project needs may require using conventional instrumentation in unconventional manners, augmenting existing instrumentation, developing new apparatus or accessories, and developing data analysis and instrument feedback controls.
  • Daily lab and equipment maintenance.
Requirements
  • Earned bachelor's degree.
  • Currently attending and enrolled full-time in an accredited science, engineering, or math graduate program.
  • Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0.
  • Ability to work up to 30 hours per week during the academic year, and up to 40 hours per week during the summer.
  • U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents, asylees, or refugees in the U.S.
Desirable Qualifications
  • Pursuing a PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related STEM field.
  • Experience in polymer, organic, or materials synthesis and characterization.
  • Strong work ethic and ability to contribute as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • Ability to work year-round on-site at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, NM (part-time during academic year).
  • Experience with additive manufacturing of polymers.
  • A dedication to producing high-quality results using good laboratory techniques and focused attention to detail.
  • Ability to rapidly learn new skills and work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Experience with a broad range of materials characterization and mechanical testing techniques (DSC, TGA, rheology, NMR, DMA, GPC, TEM, SEM, microscopy, etc.).
  • Experience automating instrumentation with Python, LabView, MATLAB, or similar.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Interest in mentoring undergraduate students.
About Sandia National Laboratories

Sandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a broad array of areas.

Some of the main reasons we love our jobs:

  • Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to security, peace, and freedom worldwide.
  • Extraordinary co-workers.
  • Some of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world.
  • Career advancement and enrichment opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home).
  • Generous vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance, and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance.

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers.

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