What You Will Do

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a world expert in scientific solutions for national security; come and be part of the next wave of machine learning applications and science! The Computer, Computational, and Statistical Sciences Division is seeking outstanding candidates for a postdoctoral research associate position in visualization and analysis of large scale genomics data. The position is available immediately.

You will work with a multi-institution team of scientists developing a bioanalytics platform to understand time-dependent 3D models of changes in genetic material induced by pathogens. The team is collecting and analyzing large scale genomics data from experiments, simulations and machine learning workflows, and combining this data into 4D (3D plus time) datasets. You will help develop novel methods, algorithms and tools for visualizing, understanding and characterizing how these data change over time, and how those changes are linked to biological function. The project will result in a web-based capability for ingesting, analysing and visualization large scale genomics datasets generated by this project.

You should have a background and experience in 3D data visualization, strong software development skills, a strong publication record, an interdisciplinary research philosophy, and the ability to effectively communicate with researchers with varied backgrounds. As a postdoctoral research associate, you will be given the opportunity to publish results in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and to present at well-known conferences. The position is for two years, with a third year possible based on performance and funding.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

Technical Experience:

Strong programming and software development skills, with an emphasis on 3D data visualization and large data visualization. Experience with web-based development stacks, with an emphasis on 3D visualization.

Communication:

Excellent presentation, oral and written communication skills.

Publications

Track record of peer-reviewed publications and presentations in your home discipline.

Education : Ph.D. in computer science, with an emphasis on data visualization, completed within the last 5 years. Applications from candidates who will earn their degree by the time of appointment are accepted.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in the foundations of data visualization and analysis, including scientific data analysis and information visualization

• Experience with Javascript packages such as three.js, VTK.js or other visualization frameworks.

• Experience with WebGL, WebGPU.

• Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary science, especially in the areas mentioned above.

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.

Salary: Competitive salaries are based on the date the PhD degree requirements were completed or the degree was awarded. Starting salary for a new graduate is currently $92,000. For more information go to Postdoc Program website at https://www.lanl.gov/careers/career-options/postdoctoral-research/index.php .

Note to Applicants:

No applicant is expected to have all of the desired skills. Anyone who meets the education and minimum job requirements is encouraged to apply.

Where You Will Work

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 (https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002) . 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.

Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks.

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.

Equal Opportunity: 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 regard 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.