Laser Postdoctoral Researcher - Advanced Photon Technologies
Core
Conduct R&D in advanced solid-state laser technology, ultra-fast lasers, and high-energy/high-intensity short pulse lasers within the Extreme Light, Matter, and Fusion Directorate.
Role type
Postdoctoral Researcher (IC)
Builds
High-repetition-rate long- and short-pulsed laser systems, high energy nanosecond pulsed diode-pumped solid-state lasers for EUV generation and Inertial Fusion Energy, and associated innovative component demonstrations.
Domain
Physics / Optics / Laser Engineering / Fusion Energy
Required skills
laser physics, solid-state laser design and operation, ultrafast laser technology, frequency conversion, non-linear optics, fiber lasers, short pulse laser diagnostics, plasma physics, experimental design, peer-reviewed publication
Preferred skills
J-class solid-state laser operation, high density plasma interactions, optoelectronic device simulation (LaserMOD, LASTIP, PICS3D, Silvaco), optical system design (Zemax, Code V, OSLO, FRED, LightTools, ASAP), electromagnetic field simulation (COMSOL, ANSYS), CAD design (AutoCAD, SolidWorks), automation software (LabVIEW, Python, MATLAB)
Responsibilities
Design, build, test, field, and commission laser systems and optical diagnostics; analyze experimental and simulation data; conceive and execute independent research projects; publish results in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences; collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
Seniority
Postdoctoral (Early career, mentored)