We have multiple openings for Postdoctoral Scientists in the High-Pressure Physics Group, Physics Division (high-pressure.llnl.gov) to conduct research in dynamic compression science. Areas of active research include a broad swath of materials and understanding their equations of state; phase stability and transformation kinetics; and thermomechanical material properties and responses at extreme conditions. We conduct research that ranges from in-house benchtop experiments to the use of world-leading dynamic compression facilities such as the High Explosives Applications Facility (HEAF), the Nevada Test site, and the Dynamic Compression Sector (DCS) at the Advanced Photon Source (APS).

In this role you will

• Research, design, execute, simulate, and analyze experiments to study the thermochemical or thermomechanical response of dynamically compressed materials.
• Participate in ongoing experiments conducted at on-site and off-site facilities, including the design, setup, calibration, and fielding of diagnostics.
• Develop and apply analytical tools, models, and instruments to varied data sets from dynamic experiments that may include photonic doppler velocimetry (PDV), two-dimensional VISAR, optical and near-IR spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction, x-ray radiography, or optical imaging.
• Document and publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences, seminars, and/or technical meetings.
• Engage with complementary research efforts and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internal and external to the Laboratory.
• Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.