The candidate must be a continuing student or have a bachelor's/master's degree in a science/engineering field, with demonstrated academic achievement in Physics. They should have experience applying physics principles to solve problems, excellent communication skills, knowledge in Materials Science/Physics/Applied Mathematics/Applied Sciences, and familiarity with computer-based data analysis. The ability to work in a team and experience with high-performance computing and high-pressure experimental platforms are desired qualifications.

The candidate will work closely with scientists on research projects, conducting experiments, analyzing data, and providing regular updates on their findings. They will also have the opportunity to present their work through presentations and poster sessions.

Science

United States

Los Angeles

Large

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, is a premier applied science laboratory that is part of the National Nuclear Security Administration within the Department of Energy.

LLNL's mission is strengthening national security by developing and applying cutting-edge science, technology, and engineering that respond with vision, quality, integrity, and technical excellence to scientific issues of national importance. The Laboratory's science and engineering are being applied to achieve breakthroughs for counterterrorism and nonproliferation, defense and intelligence, energy and environmental security.

The world-class programs and capabilities at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory span one square mile, what many consider to be "the smartest square mile on Earth."​

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<ul><li>We have multiple openings for&nbsp;graduate students&nbsp;and for students who have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree&nbsp;to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. Opportunities include participation in projects lead by LLNL scientists in the research areas including: Applied Physics (Optical and X-Ray Imaging, Astrophysics and Planetary Science (laboratory-based and observational), Space Science Vehicles &amp; Sensors); Condensed Matter Physics (Theory, Modeling &amp; Simulation, Experimental Static &amp; Dynamic High Pressure Physics, Quantum Computing &amp; Sensing); High Energy Density Physics (Experimental Laser and Magnetically-driven compression, Theory, Modeling and Simulation of HED states) ; and Plasma and Fusion Energy Science (Fusion Energy Modeling &amp; Simulation, Tokamak development experiments &amp; diagnostics, Applications of Plasma Science). These positions are in the Physics Division of the Physical &amp; Life Sciences Directorate.</li><li>Winter/Spring positions start late 2023 through April 2024.</li></ul>

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Masters

We have multiple openings for graduate students and for students who have received a bachelor’s or master’s degree to engage in practical research experience to further their educational goals. Opportunities include participation in projects lead by LLNL scientists in the research areas including: Applied Physics (Optical and X-Ray Imaging, Astrophysics and Planetary Science (laboratory-based and observational), Space Science Vehicles & Sensors); Condensed Matter Physics (Theory, Modeling & Simulation, Experimental Static & Dynamic High Pressure Physics, Quantum Computing & Sensing); High Energy Density Physics (Experimental Laser and Magnetically-driven compression, Theory, Modeling and Simulation of HED states) ; and Plasma and Fusion Energy Science (Fusion Energy Modeling & Simulation, Tokamak development experiments & diagnostics, Applications of Plasma Science). These positions are in the Physics Division of the Physical & Life Sciences Directorate.Winter/Spring positions start late 2023 through April 2024.

Physics Division Graduate Student Winter/Spring 2024

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