Post-Doctorate Research Associate: Radiation Detection Data Scientist

Key Skills

Algorithms, C Programming, C# Programming, C++, Data science techniques, Effective communication skills, Java Programming, Jupyter Notebook, Keras software library, Machine learning techniques, Mechanical, Python Programming, PyTorch

Job Description

Responsibilities

Strong communication and presentation skills are required. Candidates should be self-motivated and possess the interpersonal skills necessary to work with others in a team environment. Candidates with a demonstrated ability to problem solve and publish technical research outcomes are highly desired.

Preference will be given to candidates with technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Machine learning experience with frameworks such as Pytorch or Keras highly recommended.
• Experience with anomaly detection, especially with respect to spatio-temporal measurements.
• Experience with gamma and neutron radiation detection systems: setup, operation, and analysis of time-series measurements from these instruments. An understanding of background radiation in several scenarios is recommended.
• Experience with hyperspectral and/or multi-spectral data
• Simulating radiation transport: Monte Carlo approaches such as MCNP6 or GEANT4; Deterministic approaches such as ATTILA; experience with variance reduction techniques is also welcome.
• Experience with image reconstruction from computed tomography or transmission tomography.
• Software tools: data analysis and coding packages such as ROOT, C++, C#, Python, Jupyter, Java.
• Experience in data acquisition development and embedded systems.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have received a PhD within the past five years (60 months) or within the next 8 months from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant fields of study include physics, engineering (nuclear, mechanical, chemical, electrical), material science, chemistry, mathematics, data science, or related field.

Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment

Not applicable.

Additional Information

Candidates must have the ability to obtain and maintain a future security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

About PNNL

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them!

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3 hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs.

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