What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Learning Under Spatial Symmetries Postdoc position at Los Alamos National Laboratory?
Description
Job Title Machine Learning Under Spatial Symmetries Postdoc
Location Los Alamos, NM, US
Organization Name Information Sciences / CCS-3
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What You Will Do
Come join the brightest minds at the most innovative R&D facility supporting our national security! The Computer, Computational, and Statistical Sciences Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is seeking outstanding candidates for a postdoctoral research associate position in machine learning for data with spatial symmetries. The position is available immediately.
As the postdoc, you will work in conjunction with a small team of Ph.D. staff scientists as part of a research project focused on building optimally rotation-invariant neural nets. This new class of machine learning models is built on tensor algebra and Lie group theory and contains a complete and independent set of rotation-invariant feature descriptors. You should have a strong publication record, an open mind to explore boundaries of scientific fields, and ability to effectively communicate with researchers with varied backgrounds. As the postdoctoral research associate, you would be expected to publish results of the work in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at well-known conferences. The position is for two years, with a third year possible contingent on excellent performance.
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements :
- Strong track record of peer-reviewed publications within mathematics, computer science, data science, computational science, materials science, or related disciplines.
- Good presentation, oral, and written communication skills
- Experience with computer programming and applied mathematics
Education / Experience : Ph.D. in mathematics, computer science, data science, computational science, materials science, or a related discipline completed within the last 5 years. Applications from candidates who will earn their degree by the time of appointment are accepted.
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Work Environment :
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 $94,500. For more information go to Postdoc Program website at
Note to Applicants :
The application package consists of a CV and a cover letter. 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 :
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.
No Clearance : 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, 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 1-505-664-6947 option 2 and then option 3.
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Salary : $94,500
