Advanced time-resolved spectroscopy undergraduate student

What You Will Do

We are seeking an outstanding undergraduate student to join our team at the Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies (CINT) to develop an advanced time‑resolved spectroscopy platform and related control systems. The prospective candidate will primarily be involved in the hands‑on development of a structured light supercontinuum spectroscopy system. They will also have the opportunity to utilize this system and others to explore a variety of quantum material dynamics in concert with graduate students, postdocs, and staff scientists on the team.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Knowledge of Python, LabVIEW, MATLAB, or similar programming language; exposure to undergraduate or graduate level coursework in quantum mechanics and/or optics.

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate degree in a STEM field.
• Currently enrolled (12 semester credit hours or full‑time equivalent) in an accredited undergraduate degree‑granting program (or international equivalent).
• Must have and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.75 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
• Entering first‑year students must provide documentation indicating matriculation into an accredited undergraduate degree program.

In addition to applying online on the LANL jobs site, qualified candidates can email a copy of your CV and cover letter, or any questions to Prashant Padmanabhan prashpad.

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China—including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau—and citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea), and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.

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:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award‑winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Directive 206.2 – Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

No Clearance:
Position does not require a security clearance. Selected candidates will be subject to drug testing and other pre‑employment background checks.

New‑Employment Drug Test:
The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new‑employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre‑offer.

Internal Applicants:
Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.