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Postdoctoral Researcher in Rock Deformation

CHEManager International
Los Alamos, NM Full Time
POSTED ON 6/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/30/2026
Description

Job Title Postdoctoral Researcher in Rock Deformation

Location Los Alamos, NM, US

Organization Name EES-15/Analytical Earth Science Group

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What You Will Do

Join a dynamic team at the forefront of earth and environmental sciences. The Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an opening for a postdoctoral researcher within the Analytical Earth Sciences (EES-15) Group. EES-15 is a diverse group focusing on experimental, analytical, and field observational projects, including what is commonly characterized as traditional geosciences, including structural geology, mineralogy, and more.

The selected candidate will prepare, collect, and analyze observational data on rock deformation from the micron scale to the kilometer scale. Integrating new data with information in reports and published literature will be necessary to understand complex rock deformation behavior. These data will likely be messy and/or include unintuitive results, requiring careful analysis and creativity to interpret. A willingness to challenge conventional wisdom is essential. This work will provide an opportunity to publish results in peer-reviewed journals.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Ability to communicate well via written technical publications
  • Knowledge of the basics of rock deformation, both brittle fracture mechanics and ductile deformation mechanisms.
  • Experience collecting and analyzing observational data relevant to rock deformation, preferably at both the field- and lab-scales.

Education/Experience : PhD in relevant field, completed in the last 5 years or soon-to-be complete.

Desired Qualifications

  • Active Q clearance
  • Lead author on at least 1 peer-reviewed journal article

Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Note To Applicants

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

Where You Will Work

Benefits

Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:

  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Free basic life and disability insurance
  • Paid childbirth and parental leave
  • Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
  • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
  • Onsite gyms and wellness programs
  • Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 . Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.

  • Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947.

Employment Status Full Time

Appointment Type Postdoc

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