Neutron Scattering Instrument Scientist

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

75% tuition discount

Job summary

The Radiation Science and Engineering Center (RSEC) at The Pennsylvania State University seeks an Instrument/Data Scientist to maintain and utilize the PSU-SANS facility, contributing to soft condensed matter studies using SANS. The role involves coordinating research activities, collaborating with RSEC facilities, and presenting findings within the academic program.

Candidates should have a PhD in a physical science or engineering, strong experimental skills, and experience in scattering

Qualifications

• PhD in a physical science or engineering.
• Excellent experimental skills.
• Experience with scattering techniques and/or computer simulation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and utilize the PSU-SANS facility.
• Conduct studies on soft condensed matter systems using SANS and related RSEC facilities.
• Develop stimulating and supporting research leveraging other RSEC facilities and appropriate academic work title.

Skills

Experimental skills

Communication skills

Scattering techniques

Computer simulation

Education

PhD in physical science or engineering

Job description

The Radiation Science and Engineering Center (RSEC) at The Pennsylvania State University seeks an Instrument/Data Scientist to maintain and utilize the PSU-SANS facility, contributing to soft condensed matter studies using SANS. The role involves coordinating research activities, collaborating with RSEC facilities, and presenting findings within the academic program.

Candidates should have a PhD in a physical science or engineering, strong experimental skills, and experience in scattering