Postdoctoral Fellow: Nonequilibrium Neutron Scattering

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Flexible work hours

On-site amenities

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral research associate focusing on using neutrons to study nonequilibrium dynamics in many-body systems and developing time-resolved neutron scattering capabilities. This position resides in the Quantum Heterostructures Group in the Foundational Materials Science Section, Materials Science and Technology Division, Physical Sciences Directorate at ORNL.

As part of our research team, you will collaborate with theorists and experts in

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in condensed matter physics or closely related field completed within the last 5 years.
• Extensive experience in neutron and/or X-ray scattering.
• Experience in scattering theory, quantum many-body theory, thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, or non-equilibrium physics.

Responsibilities

• Develop new sample environment at various neutron beamlines.
• Perform pump-probe-enabled time-resolved neutron scattering experiments.
• Analyze data from scattering experiments.
• Collaborate with others to maintain high scientific productivity.
• Publish papers in key journals and present at meetings.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality programs.
• Promote ORNL values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.

Skills

Python

C

MATLAB

Neutron scattering

X-ray scattering

Scripting

Data analysis

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in condensed matter physics

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a postdoctoral research associate focusing on using neutrons to study nonequilibrium dynamics in many-body systems and developing time-resolved neutron scattering capabilities. This position resides in the Quantum Heterostructures Group in the Foundational Materials Science Section, Materials Science and Technology Division, Physical Sciences Directorate at ORNL.

As part of our research team, you will collaborate with theorists and experts in