Jason Baker
About Jason Baker
Jason Baker is a Research Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, specializing in instrumentation for measuring green-energy thermoelectric and transport properties. He has a strong academic background in Condensed Matter and Materials Physics, having earned his PhD from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, where he also held various research and teaching positions.
Work at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Jason Baker has been employed as a Research Scientist at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2020. In this role, he focuses on advancing research in materials science, particularly in areas related to green energy technologies. His work contributes to the laboratory's mission of addressing complex scientific challenges and developing innovative solutions.
Education and Expertise
Jason Baker holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Condensed Matter and Materials Physics from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, which he completed from 2012 to 2017. He also earned a Master of Science (MS) in the same field from 2008 to 2012 and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Physics from 2003 to 2008. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in materials science and physics.
Background
Jason Baker's academic journey began at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas, where he served as an Undergraduate Research Assistant from 2006 to 2008. He continued his research and teaching roles at the university, working as a Graduate Student Researcher/Teaching Assistant from 2008 to 2012 and later as a PhD Candidate Researcher/Teaching Assistant from 2012 to 2017. He also worked as an Instructor and Researcher for 11 months in 2017 to 2018.
Previous Experience at Los Alamos National Laboratory
Jason Baker gained valuable experience at Los Alamos National Laboratory, where he worked as an Intern for three months in 2012. He later served as a Postdoctoral Research Associate from 2018 to 2020. His roles at Los Alamos contributed to his expertise in materials science and research methodologies.
Research Focus and Specialization
Jason Baker specializes in instrumentation for measuring green-energy thermoelectric and transport properties. His research interests include bridging the gap between materials science and real-world applications, particularly in sectors committed to advancing technological and scientific progress for sustainability.