We have an opening for an Experimental Physicist to independently execute experiments and develop new experimental methods in support of dynamic compression research on materials at high pressure. You will plan, design, execute, and oversee experiments at the intersection of shock physics, dynamic compression, hydrodynamics, and x-ray imaging, and develop novel diagnostics to support your scientific research goals as needed. You will travel as necessary to conduct experiments at off-site facilities, collaborate with colleagues, and interact with sponsors and customers. This position resides within the Materials Physics at Extremes Group within the Condensed Matter Physics Section of the Physics Division.

You will

• Research, design, execute, and analyze dynamic compression experiments to understand the thermomechanical and chemical responses of compressed materials. For example, this includes existing gas gun facilities (e.g., HEAF, DCS, and JASPER), Kolsky bars, and/or pulse power facilities (e.g., Z) .
• Improve and apply existing analytical tools, models, and instruments to varied data sets from dynamic experiments that may include photonic doppler velocimetry (PDV), two-dimensional VISAR, optical and near-IR spectroscopy, x-ray diffraction, x-ray radiography, or optical imaging.
• Document and publish research results in peer-reviewed scientific or technical journals and present results at external conferences, seminars, and/or technical meetings.
• Engage with complementary research efforts and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internal and external to the Laboratory.
• Perform all assignments in accordance with ES&H, security, and business practice requirements and policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional job responsibilities, at the SES.3 level

• Plan new experiments in identified areas; propose research, obtain funding
• Develop new analytical tools, models, and instruments for scientific research.
• Train junior staff and students