Los Alamos National Laboratory

Position ID: 2687-POSTDOC1 [#18525]
Position Title: Scientific Machine Learning Postdoc
Position Type: Postdoctoral
Position Location: Los Alamos, New Mexico, United States
Application Deadline: finished (2021/10/07, finished 2023/04/01, listed until 2022/09/30)
Position Description:    

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Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in science and engineering on behalf of national security. We are seeking a Scientific Machine Learning Postdoc who is knowledgeable in the application of SciM to plasma physics to join the T-5 Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group in our Theoretical Division and investigate methods for data-driven, dynamical forecasting that promote long-time stability. In this position, you will be expected to:

• Explore various ML-based techniques, including manifold learning, structure-preserving and stability-enhanced neural networks, adaptive latent-space identification, etc. • Investigate the mathematical foundations and rigorous approximation properties of proposed ML architectures.

Minimum Requirements: • PhD in related fields completed within the past five years or soon to be completed • Practical experience with various neural network architectures (DNN, CNN, RNN/LSTM, autoencoders, neural ODEs, etc.) • Practical experience with deep learning packages such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, Keras, etc. • Code development experience in C/C++, Fortran, Python or MATLAB • Solid publication record in high-impact journals or top-tier machine learning conferences

Desired Qualifications: • Experience in numerical methods and high-performance computing • Experience in computational plasma physics (tokamak disruption and mitigation, MHD stability, magnetic reconnection, particle and energy transport, atomic physics processes and radiation, runaway electron dynamics, etc.) • Ability to conduct independent and collaborative research in a multi-disciplinary environment

We Are Delivering Scientific Excellence Los Alamos National Laboratory is more than a place to work. It is a catalyst for discovery, innovation and achievement. Professional development, work/life balance and a diverse and inclusive team foster lasting career satisfaction. Our onsite medical and fitness facilities, education assistance and generous compensation and benefits reflect our commitment to providing our people with all they need for personal and professional growth.

lanl.gov/careers Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 1-505-665-4444 option 1.


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