Graduate Student
Los Alamos National Laboratory
About the Role
The Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics Group is seeking qualified candidates to hire as graduate students to work within our research teams. This is an educational opportunity for the selected candidates to contribute to cutting-edge scientific research and to learn new skills and areas.
The Quantum and Condensed Matter Physics Group (T-4) in Theoretical Division conducts both basic and applied theoretical research in a wide range of areas, including:
- Quantum matter
- Strongly correlated systems
- Quantum information science
- Quantum computing
- Quantum photonics
- Materials physics
- Nonequilibrium dynamics
- Statistical physics
- Applied energy
- Atomic, molecular, and optical (AMO) physics including opacity
This research supports the missions of the U.S. Department of Energy. You will work on a research project with a staff scientist mentor and co-mentor in one of the aforementioned areas. The position is expected to begin typically in the summer, but it can begin anytime during the year.
Key Responsibilities
- Work on a research project with a staff scientist mentor and co-mentor in one of the research areas mentioned above.
Minimum Job Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited graduate degree program in physics, chemistry, or engineering.
- Must be enrolled in at least 6 semester credit hours (or full-time equivalent).
- Must currently have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.2 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
- Candidates must attach a resume and current transcript when applying.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with conducting scientific research.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate (verbal and written) well in a professional scientific context.
Work Location
- Onsite in Los Alamos, NM.
Additional Details
Note: This position does not require a security clearance. 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, even if the use was pre-offer, as marijuana remains illegal under federal law.