Applied Mathematics Graduate Students

About the Role

Los Alamos National Laboratory's Theoretical Division (T-Division) is seeking qualified graduate students to join their research teams within the Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics (T-5) group. This opportunity offers participation in cutting-edge scientific research and skill expansion. The position is open to students actively enrolled in a graduate program. Summer positions are available to graduating undergraduates accepted into graduate programs for Spring 2026.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to cutting-edge scientific research.
• Collaborate closely with one of the scientific teams within T-5.
• Be paired with a mentoring team.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Work Location: Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
• Enrollment: Must be actively enrolled in a Master's or Doctoral Degree program in Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• GPA: Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.2 out of 4.0 on graduate course work.
• Collaboration: Ability to work within a collaborative team environment.
• Learning: Desire to learn new things and openness to work on different projects.
• Independent Learning: Ability to independently learn the usage of scientific software packages and how to perform analytical calculations.

Qualifications

• Current enrollment in a graduate degree program in applied mathematics, engineering, physics, or a related field.
• Experience in one or more of the following topical areas:
• Applied Scientific Computing Research
• Numerical analysis
• Algorithm development
• Linear and nonlinear partial differential equations
• Scientific and Computational Imaging
• Network analysis, optimization, and control
• Critical Infrastructure
• Artificial Intelligence or Machine Learning

Application Details

• Application Package: Must include a CV with contact for 2 references and a one-page cover letter highlighting qualifications and research interests. Clearly identify 1 to 3 areas of interest by number from the topical areas listed above in the cover letter.
• Application Review Start Date: January 6th, 2026.
• Application Deadline for Spring and Summer 2026 Positions: January 30th, 2026.
• Contact: For more details, email [email protected] or Melanie Vigil ([email protected]).
• Salary Range: $36.52/hr to $42.36/hr, depending on education completed.
• Pre-employment Checks: Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre-employment background checks. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment.
• Background Check Requirement: Employment requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee suitability. This applies to US citizens; foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement.
• Security Clearance: Position does not require a security clearance.