Postdoctoral (Postdoc) Program

Job Title: Postdoctoral (Postdoc) Program

Location: Los Alamos, NM, US

Organization Name: Various Organizations

Minimum Salary: Not specified

Maximum Salary: Not specified

The Postdoctoral (Postdoc) Program offers the opportunity for appointees to perform research in a scientifically rich research and development environment, present and publish research, and contribute to the research efforts at the Laboratory, the advancement of knowledge in the areas of basic and applied research, and the strengthening of our national scientific and technical capabilities.

Postdoc opportunities are available in a wide spectrum of scientific fields that include, but are not limited to: Bioscience; Chemistry; Computing; Earth and Space Science; Engineering; Materials Science; Mathematics; and Physics.

Candidates are eligible to be considered for a postdoctoral position within five years of receiving their Ph.D. and the Postdoc Program Office submission deadlines corresponding to the quarterly meeting being proposed, or will have completed all Ph.D. requirements by commencement of appointment.

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:

1. PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
2. Dental and vision insurance
3. Free basic life and disability insurance
4. Paid maternity and parental leave
5. Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
6. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
7. Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
8. Onsite gyms and wellness programs
9. Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

The COVID vaccine is mandatory for all Laboratory employees, on-site contractors, and on-site subcontractors unless granted an accommodation under applicable state or federal law. This requirement will apply to those working on-site, those teleworking, and all new hires.

The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing.

Candidates may be considered for a Director's Fellowship and outstanding candidates may be considered for the prestigious Dianne Christian Hoffman, Richard P. Feynman, J. Robert Oppenheimer, or Frederick Reines Fellowships.

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 regards to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.

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