Linda Hansen
About Linda Hansen
Linda Hansen is an R&D Physics professional at Sandia National Laboratories with a PhD in Physics from the University of Rochester.
Current Position at Sandia National Laboratories
Linda Hansen holds the position of R&D Physics at Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States. She has been in this role since 2022. Sandia National Laboratories is renowned for its national security services and advanced scientific research, providing a significant platform for research and development in physics.
Previous Role as Postdoctoral Researcher
From 2021 to 2022, Linda Hansen worked as a Postdoctoral Researcher at Sandia National Laboratories. This role involved conducting in-depth research and contributing to significant projects within the institution. Her tenure as a postdoctoral researcher paved the way for her current position in the R&D Physics department.
Graduate Research and Teaching at University of Rochester
Linda Hansen gained extensive experience at the University of Rochester, where she served as a Graduate Research Assistant from 2017 to 2021. She also held the position of Graduate Teaching Assistant from 2016 to 2017. During this time, she was involved in academic research and contributed to teaching undergraduate courses in physics, helping to shape the next generation of physicists.
Undergraduate Research Experience
Before her graduate studies, Linda Hansen worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant at the US Army Corps of Engineers in 2015. She also gained research experience at Ithaca College from 2014 to 2015. These roles provided her with foundational research skills and experience in practical applications of physics.
Educational Background in Physics
Linda Hansen has a strong academic background in physics. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Physics from the University of Rochester, completing her studies from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, she obtained a Master's degree in Physics from the University of Rochester (2016 to 2018). Her academic journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Ithaca College in 1970.