Research Associate - Material Science
Job ID
5448
Location
SLAC - Menlo Park, CA
Full-Time
Temporary
**SLAC Job Postings**
**Position overview** :
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a Research Associate to join the Materials Sciences Department within the Science, Research and Development (SRD) Division at the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS). In this position, you will leverage a background in X-ray scattering to utilize X-ray Free Electron Laser (XFEL) capabilities for soft condensed matter studies. The upcoming LCLS hard X-ray high repetition rate upgrade will enable capabilities in the structural characterization of heterogenous and mesoscale systems as well as studies of the kinetics and dynamics of soft matter systems using scattering, imaging and coherent scattering techniques. To position the soft matter materials research area to best utilize these new capabilities, the candidate will engage in targeted R&D technique development in critical areas.
The candidate will participate in experiments at LCLS instruments to develop advanced characterization techniques relevant to soft matter systems such as time resolved SAXS/WAXS, XPCS, and coherent imaging techniques. They will support experiments at the Coherent X-ray Imaging (CXI) instrument, particularly in the area of time-resolved small unit cell crystallography.
It is expected the candidate will support the CXI team and Materials Science Department for optimal use of the facility. The candidate is expected to engage in scientific research and help to develop new scientific directions.
**Note** : Research Associates at SLAC are fixed term appointments. This is a 2-year fixed term position with the possibility of extension. Assignment duration is contingent upon project needs and funding.
**Your specific responsibilities include:**
+ Conduct research in materials science focusing on soft condensed matter with time-resolved and coherent X-ray scattering methods focusing on FEL technique development and characterization.
+ Support experiments at the CXI instrument relevant to soft matter research
+ Participate in and contribute to Materials Science group research activities
+ Represent your research results at seminars, scientific conferences and workshops.
**To be successful in this position you will bring:**
+ A Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science or related field and experience in experimental design and planning
+ Data analysis and programming abilities, primarily python based
+ Self-directed and self-motivated
+ Ability to work effectively in a collaboration
+ Effective written and verbal communication skills.
+ Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population - including theory, simulation, sample synthesis, etc.
+ Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
**In addition, preferred requirements and experience include:**
+ Experience with X-ray scattering techniques, in particular time-resolved and coherent X-ray techniques.
+ Experience with user facility operations and research.
**SLAC employee competencies:**
+ Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
+ Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
+ Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
+ Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
+ Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
+ Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
+ Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.
**Physical requirements and working conditions:**
+ Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. May work extended hours during peak business cycles. The ability to travel to synchrotron and XFEL facilities around the world to perform experiments
**Work standards:**
+ Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
+ Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1-General Policy and Responsibilities:
http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
+ Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,
http://adminguide.stanford.edu
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+ Classification Title: Research Associate - Experimental
+ Job code: 0127
+ Duration: 2-year fixed term
_The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs._
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.
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