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Postdoctoral Experimental Physicists

Livermore, CA, us💼 Full-time💰 $118,594–$118,594🗓 2026-09-14 → 2026-09-25

Core

Independently execute experiments and develop instrumentation for laser-matter research at the National Ignition Facility (NIF) and OMEGA laser facilities.

Role type

Postdoctoral Experimental Physicist (High Energy Density)

Builds

Experimental data and diagnostics for laser-plasma interactions, hydrodynamics, and implosion physics.

Domain

High Energy Density Physics / Nuclear Physics

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

experimental physics, laser-plasma interactions, hydrodynamics, radiation transport, x-ray diagnostics, optical diagnostics, nuclear diagnostics, analytical problem-solving, technical reporting

Preferred skills

pulsed-power sources, high-density plasma interactions, high energy density experiments

Technologies

NIF, OMEGA Laser Facility, Jupiter Laser Facility

Responsibilities

Research, design, and execute x-ray and laser driven experiments; Design, field, and coordinate optical, x-ray, and nuclear diagnostics; Prepare and present technical reports and publications; Collaborate with scientists to achieve research objectives; Coordinate team resources and plan experimental campaigns.

Seniority

Postdoctoral (PhD required)

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