Experienced Research Staff in Data Analytics or Machine Learning

Are you passionate about your work and dream of utilizing state-of-the-art facilities to explore solutions? Do you want to join a diverse team that solves significant issues for our nation’s security?

We are seeking an outstanding research scientist or engineer with a passion for research in computer science or computational science with experience in data analytics or machine learning to make significant contributions to our broad-based computing research organization, with a focus on:

• Exploratory/predictive data analytics,
• High-performance data analytics (e.g., scalable data analytics/machine learning),
• Multi-scale/multi-physics applications,
• Numerical methods, or
• Cognitive science (modeling, autonomy, neuroscience, neuromorphic computing)

Are you passionate about applying cutting-edge data analysis or machine learning techniques to address national computing needs in energy, climate, and national security? On any given day, you may:

• Conduct creative research and development to impact physics-based or data-centric applications.
• Collaborate with a team of hardworking, multidisciplinary researches to explore state-of-the-art techniques and develop software to support the DOE mission.
• Brief program managers on project proposals or status to develop and maintain program funding.
• Collaborate with management on charting strategic research directions.
• Collaborate with team members on journal publications and conference presentations, as well as participating in scientific conferences.

While this position is located at Sandia’s New Mexico site, engagement with scientists at Sandia’s California site, as well as collaborators external to Sandia is encouraged. Ability to collaborate with a diverse set of colleagues is a strong advantage in this position.

Department Description:

The Center for Computing Research (CCR) at Sandia creates technology and solutions for many of our nation's most demanding national security challenges. The Center's portfolio spans the spectrum from fundamental research to state of the art applications. Our work includes computer system architecture (both hardware and software); enabling technology for modeling physical and engineering systems; and research in discrete mathematics, data analytics, cognitive modeling, and decision support materials.

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 with amazing impact 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, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k, learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance*

World-changing technologies. Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: http://www.sandia.gov

*These benefits vary by job classification.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.