The focus of CNLS is to develop broad scientists that can span multiple disciplines combining both subject matter expertise for a range of applications with the theoretical tools (e.g. advances in analytic methods, computational methods, algorithms, and hardware). CNLS fellows are provided offices in the CNLS building and, because the purpose of this fellowship is to develop interactions with scientists in different disciplines, we require that incoming fellows be on-site. We also expect that each fellow will attend CNLS colloquia and seminars as well as present ~2 seminars per year.

CNLS supports its fellows for 2 years at 50%. On a case-by-case basis, we have a 3rd year extension option (at 25%). CNLS also provides travel funds and, for a limited set of fellows, funding for a summer student working with the fellow and their mentor.

A successful CNLS fellow will have at least one project during their tenure in CNLS with another CNLS fellow.

For post-docs: to apply for a CNLS fellowship, identify a mentor at LANL. Your mentor will work with you to put in a post-doc package.

For mentors: In the new CNLS system, the CNLS application goes solely through the post-doc office (see https://int.lanl.gov/employees/postdoc-program/mentors/hiring-a-postdoc/ for instructions). The CNLS package requires a memo that states:

1. Why you think your candidate as a scientist will benefit from the CNLS environment.
2. Include a discussion of your long-term plans for this candidate and how work in CNLS will help the candidate find their next position either at LANL, industry or academia.
3. Describe what aspects of your candidate’s research will benefit with interactions within CNLS. If you already know potential CNLS-fellow collaborators, list them.