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Sandia National Labs R&D Optimization Research Opening

  • 1.  Sandia National Labs R&D Optimization Research Opening

    Posted 03-07-2023 17:03

    We are seeking an experienced Optimization/Computer Science researcher to join the Operations Research and Computational Analysis Department to conduct research and serve as a consultant to staff working on advanced optimization models. You will bring the skills, knowledge, and technical experience needed to solve the group's most difficult optimization models applied to national security problems.  In this position, you will grow a portfolio of projects based on expertise in Mixed-Integer Programming or a related field of optimization and your demonstrated history of technical leadership in this space.

    On any given day, you may be called on to:

    • Develop reformulations, optimization techniques, or advanced algorithms for solving difficult optimization models
    • Create new optimization models for problems across various science and engineering domains
    • Lead multi-disciplinary project teams and proposal development efforts
    • Present model applications at conferences and customer briefings
    • Work closely with analysts and software engineers to develop models into applications
    • Publish research in journals, conference papers, and technical reports

    Qualifications We Require

    • PhD in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science or related field or;
      • Master's degree in the above, plus four (4) years' experience 
    • Expertise in mixed-integer programming (MIP) or a related field of optimization, with experience applying MIP concepts in multiple domains
    • Demonstrated experience solving difficult optimization models and developing advanced optimization algorithms
    • Ability to acquire and maintain a DOE Q clearance and SCI clearance, which may require a polygraph test
       

    Qualifications We Desire

    • Demonstrated expertise in mixed-integer non-linear programming (MINLP)
    • Experience leading proposal development and project teams
    • Experience working successfully with researchers, analysts, and software engineers
    • Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and the ability to develop, deliver and present technical ideas and results 

    Salary Range

    $101,400 - $172,300

    *Salary range is estimated, and actual salary will be determined after consideration of the selected candidate¿s experience and qualifications, and application of any approved geographic salary differential.
    Apply for this position at
    https://sandia.jobs/albuquerque-nm/rd-optimization-research-experienced/EB18D7C24A9E4FF18EE0767B6B5395FD/job/. Click or tap if you trust this link." data-linkindex="0">https://sandia.jobs/albuquerque-nm/rd-optimization-research-experienced/EB18D7C24A9E4FF18EE0767B6B5395FD/job/
    Please feel free to email me at barguel@sandia.gov with any questions


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    Bryan Arguello
    R&D Computer Scientist
    Sandia National Labs
    Albuquerque NM
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