Assistant Physicist

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory is seeking an Assistant Physicist to join its Time-Resolved Research group. In this role, you will support user research with x-ray spectroscopy techniques, develop experimental methods, and present findings at scientific meetings. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. in a related field and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in relevant scientific fields.
• Knowledge of synchrotron radiation beamlines essential.
• Experience in advanced data analysis methods.

Responsibilities

• Support users conducting pump-probe research.
• Develop and conduct experimental work in time-resolved x-ray science.
• Report results and publish in refereed journals.

Skills

Experimental skills

Programming using Python

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or related field

Tools

X-ray spectroscopy

Time-resolved techniques

High-power ultrafast laser systems

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The Time-Resolved Research (TRR) group in the X-ray Science Division of Argonne National Laboratory utilizes and develops state-of-the-art ultrafast laser-pump, X-ray probe time-resolved X-ray spectroscopy, scattering and imaging capabilities to investigate multiple time- and length-scale dynamics in the fields of physics, chemistry and materials science.

We seek an Assistant Physicist to be part of a multidisciplinary team within the TRR group to perform and support the application of time-resolved methods to a wide variety of x-ray spectroscopy and scattering techniques in the upcoming exciting era of APS upgrade.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide support for users conducting pump-probe research at the APS beamlines 25-ID and 7-ID
• Develop and conduct collaborative and independent experimental work in the field of time-resolved x-ray science
• Facilitate the laser operation and maintenance within the group
• Collaboratively conceive, plan, and implement novel pump-probe instrumentation and techniques
• Perform data processing and analysis for user experiments as well as independent research
• Report results in appropriate forms: publishing results in refereed journals and making oral presentations at meetings, conferences, symposia, and seminars
• Develop all or part of an R&D program of interest to and in line with the strategic goals of the Division
  
  

Position Requirements

• Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a related field
• Knowledge and experience in using and operating user-orientated synchrotron radiation beamlines
• Experimental skills to develop scientific applications and instrumentation for pump-probe x-ray techniques
• Experience in programming using Python or equivalent languages
• Advanced understanding of abstract concepts, and synthesizing results within current experimental and theoretical frameworks
• Ability to work well in a team environment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork
  
  

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:

• Knowledge and experience in X-ray spectroscopy and scattering
• Experience in operating high-power ultrafast laser systems
• Knowledge of beamline components in terms of design, operation and maintenance
• Skill in advanced data analysis algorithms and methods
  
  

Job Family

Research Development (RD)

Job Profile

Physics 2

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $90,063.00 - $143,010.27.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. 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, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.

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