Panofsky Fellowship: Lead Breakthrough Early-Career Research

Diamond Light Source Ltd; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 189,000; Full time

Job summary

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory seeks an Associate Staff Scientist for a five-year appointment to develop an independent research program using SLAC capabilities. Candidates should present a plan that leverages SLAC resources and aligns with the Lab's mission.

Applications require evidence of PhD completion or near completion, with a focus on leadership and collaboration in a multidisciplinary setting. The expected pay range is $147,000–$189,000 per year, with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires completed PhD (or equivalent) before start.
• Early-career researchers targeted; postdoctoral experience not strictly required but relevant.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a research program leveraging SLAC facilities.
• Mentor students and postdocs; collaborate across SLAC teams.
• Propose innovative research that aligns with SLAC mission and capabilities.

Job description

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory seeks an Associate Staff Scientist for a five-year appointment to develop an independent research program using SLAC capabilities. Candidates should present a plan that leverages SLAC resources and aligns with the Lab's mission.

Applications require evidence of PhD completion or near completion, with a focus on leadership and collaboration in a multidisciplinary setting. The expected pay range is $147,000–$189,000 per year, with full benefits.