Laser Pump-Probe Scientist - Time-Resolved X-ray Lead

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory invites applications for a Project Scientist to lead the development, deployment, and operation of advanced laser pump capabilities enabling time-resolved X-ray experiments at SSRL and LCLS. This fixed-term three-year role requires onsite work at Menlo Park, CA, and collaboration across SSRL, LCLS, and PULSE.

PhD-level expertise in ultrafast laser systems with strong publication records and teamwork skills are essential to advance cutting-edge science in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in physics, optics, condensed matter physics, or engineering with at least two years postdoc.
• Demonstrated expertise in high-power THz and/or MIR laser systems.
• Strong publication record and ability to communicate complex concepts.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with beamline staff to design, deploy, and operate a high-power MIR laser for pump-probe experiments.
• Develop robust, high-powered MIR laser sources for new pump-probe experiments.
• Design, build, and characterize MIR laser systems at PULSE to support MIR generation schemes.
• Serve as a System Laser Safety Officer (SLSO) for relevant laser laboratories and beamlines.
• Commission newly deployed systems, optimize performance for user experiments, and provide technical consultation.

Skills

Pump-probe methods

Ultrafast laser systems

Nonlinear optics

THz/MIR laser tech

Scientific communication

Team collaboration

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical problem solving

Education

PhD in physics/optics/engineering

Tools

High-power MIR laser systems

Job description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory invites applications for a Project Scientist to lead the development, deployment, and operation of advanced laser pump capabilities enabling time-resolved X-ray experiments at SSRL and LCLS. This fixed-term three-year role requires onsite work at Menlo Park, CA, and collaboration across SSRL, LCLS, and PULSE.

PhD-level expertise in ultrafast laser systems with strong publication records and teamwork skills are essential to advance cutting-edge science in