Assistant Physicist: Coherent X-ray Scattering & Beamline

Society of Exploration Geophysicists; Lemont (IL); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, invites applications for an Assistant Physicist to join the Dynamics and Structure (DYS) and Surface Scattering and Microdiffraction (SSM) groups for the 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines. The role emphasizes developing diffraction-based techniques using coherent X-rays to study structure, kinetics, and dynamics in condensed matter.

The successful candidate will support user operations, foster collaborations, and help grow a vibrant user community while

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics or a related field, with expertise in coherent X-ray scattering or imaging.
• Experience working at diffraction beamlines at synchrotron facilities.
• Strong data analysis skills and Python programming for experiments and data analysis.
• Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary team collaboration.
• Ability to publish research findings and present at conferences.
• Motivation to pursue topics aligning with Argonne's values.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Responsibilities

• Advance diffraction-based techniques using coherent X-rays.
• Support user operations at 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines.
• Foster a vibrant user community through collaborations.
• Contribute to the groups' strategic growth.

Skills

Coherent X-ray scattering

X-ray diffraction

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Physics

Tools

Python

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, invites applications for an Assistant Physicist to join the Dynamics and Structure (DYS) and Surface Scattering and Microdiffraction (SSM) groups for the 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines. The role emphasizes developing diffraction-based techniques using coherent X-rays to study structure, kinetics, and dynamics in condensed matter.

The successful candidate will support user operations, foster collaborations, and help grow a vibrant user community while