We have one or more openings for a Staff Scientist position to conduct research in low-energy nuclear theory and/or nuclear data. You will contribute to an advanced research program that combines cutting-edge theoretical, computational and/or statistical methods in nuclear science for the purpose of providing a fundamental understanding of the universe and answering questions critical to the Laboratory's national security missions. Particular attention will be given to applications in areas that complement and enhance the current research activities, including but not limited to, astrophysical reaction networks and quantum computing applied to strongly correlated quantum systems. This position is in the Nuclear Data and Theory (NDT) group of the Nuclear and Chemical Sciences Division.

In this role you will:

• Conduct independent, innovative research in theoretical or computational low-energy nuclear physics, or nuclear data in areas that complement or enhance current NDT research activities.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary team efforts to address nuclear science problems relevant to the Laboratory's missions.
• Provide solutions to complex scientific problems in nuclear theory or nuclear data while collaborating with other theorists or experimentalists both within and outside the Laboratory.
• Provide scientific and technical expertise and guidance in response to programmatic needs.
• Pursue research funding in low-energy nuclear theory from internal and external sources.
• Document and publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific publications and present results at external conferences, seminars or technical meetings.
• Mentor postdoctoral researchers and students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities at the SES.4 level

• Enhance the NDT group's visibility and leadership within the Laboratory and the broader nuclear science community by serving on scientific, technical committees, and engaging in external collaborations.
• Influence organizational, project, and program strategies and directions, and interact with program managers (both within the organization and at funding agencies) to develop and maintain projects, programs, and sources of funding.
• Lead and manage medium to large multi-investigator projects, serve as a mentor to junior group members and engage in diversity, equity, inclusion, and outreach activities.