| Employer:  | 
                        Sandia National Laboratories | 
                       
                      
                        | Job Number:  | 
                        4018603 (Ref.#. 654429) | 
                       
                      
                        | Date Posted:  | 
                        08/02/2016 | 
                       
                      
                        | Application Deadline: | 
                        Open Until Filled | 
                       
                        
                    
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                  Job Description 
                          
                            
                              
                                :   We are seeking a Postdoctoral Appointee to conduct fundamental   algorithm research, object-oriented software development, and   development and application of methodologies in the broad area of   optimization and uncertainty quantification. Areas of interest in   algorithms R&D include, for example, numerical optimization,   large-scale inverse problems, statistical inference, PDE-constrained and   risk-averse optimization, design-of-experiments, multilevel and   multifidelity methods, and random field modeling. Responsibilities   include, but are not limited to: + Publish research results in reports   and leading technical journals and present at technical workshops and   conferences + Implement research results, when appropriate, into our   Rapid Optimization Library (ROL), Trilinos, and/or Dakota software   toolkits + Work in a team with other staff, engineers, scientists, etc.  
                                     
                                  Required: 
                                  + PhD in Engineering, Statistics or related discipline   conferred within the last 5 years + Demonstrated experience in C++   programming skills with relevant software development experience +   Strong publication record as evidenced by submissions in peer-reviewed   scholarly articles, issued patents, technical books, conferences, etc.  
                                   
                                  Desired: 
                                  + Excellent written and oral communication skills +   Experience in scientific computing and numerical methods for partial   differential equations, particularly finite-element methods + Experience   and/or training in one or more engineering application areas, such as   engineering mechanics, shock physics, electromagnetics, or circuits +   Understanding of formal software quality engineering principles +   Knowledge of advanced HPC architectures and operating systems  
                                   
                                  About Sandia: 
                                   
                                  Sandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier   science and engineering lab for national security and technology   innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work in a   broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our jobs: +   Challenging work withamazingimpact that contributes to security, peace,   and freedom worldwide + Extraordinary co-workers + Some of the best   tools, equipment, and research facilities in the world + Career   advancement and enrichment opportunities + Flexible schedules, generous   vacations,strongmedical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning   opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a   solid work/life balance 
                                   
                                  Security Clearance: 
                                   
                                  No clearance required. This position does not currently   require a Department of Energy (DOE)-granted security clearance. Sandia   will conduct a pre-employment background review that includes personal   reference checks, law enforcement record checks, and employment and   education verifications. Further, employees in New Mexico must pass a   U.S. Air Force background screen for access to the work site. Substance   abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of information, criminal   activity, serious misconduct or other indicators of untrustworthiness   can cause access to be denied or terminated, rendering the inability to   perform the duties assigned and resulting in termination of employment.   If hired without a clearance, and one subsequently becomes required or   you bid on positions that require a DOE-granted security clearance, a   pre-processing background review that includes personal reference   checks, law enforcement record and credit checks, and employment and   education verifications may be conducted prior to a required federal   background investigation. Applicants for DOE-granted security clearances   must be U.S. citizens and be able to obtain and maintain the   appropriate DOE security clearance as required for the position.  
                                   
                                  EEO Statement: 
                                   
                                  Equal opportunity employer/Disability/Vet/GLBT : This   postdoctoral position is a temporary position for up to one year, which   may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to five additional years. The   PhD must have been conferred within five years prior to employment.   Individuals in postdoctoral positions may bid on regular Sandia   positions as internal candidates, and in some cases may be converted to   regular career positions during their term if warranted by ongoing   operational needs, continuing availability of funds, and satisfactory   job performance | 
                               
                            
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