Assistant Physicist: Coherent X-ray Scattering at Beamlines

Society of Exploration Geophysicists; Lemont, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for an Assistant Physicist in the X-ray Science Division, jointly supporting the 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines. The role focuses on advancing diffraction-based techniques that exploit coherence in condensed matter systems.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or related field and experience with coherent X-ray scattering, diffraction, and data analysis, including Python.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics or related field with coherent X-ray scattering or imaging expertise.
• Hands-on experience at diffraction beamlines at synchrotron facilities.
• Strong data analysis skills and Python programming ability.
• Excellent communication skills for multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Ability to publish results and present at conferences.
• Self-motivated with interest in relevant topics.
• Commitment to Argonne’s values of impact, safety, integrity and teamwork.
• Support diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Advance diffraction-based techniques leveraging coherence of X-rays.
• Develop new scientific opportunities at 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines.
• Support user operations and experiments at beamlines.
• Foster a vibrant user community through collaborations and outreach.

Skills

Coherent X-ray scattering

X-ray diffraction

Python programming

Data analysis

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Self-motivation

Diversity & inclusion

Diffraction beamlines experience

Education

PhD in physics or related field

Tools

Python

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for an Assistant Physicist in the X-ray Science Division, jointly supporting the 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines. The role focuses on advancing diffraction-based techniques that exploit coherence in condensed matter systems.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in physics or related field and experience with coherent X-ray scattering, diffraction, and data analysis, including Python.