Research Assistant Professor

ACS; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor to join ChemMatCARS as a Beamline Scientist. The term is up to three years with renewal potential, starting on or about January 1, 2027.

This benefits-eligible position offers a range of University benefits and opportunities for collaboration. Candidates will originate scientific research, develop new techniques, and support ongoing synchrotron studies at Argonne

Qualifications

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Materials Science, or related field.
• Five years post-PhD independent experimental work at a synchrotron X-ray facility.
• Ability to obtain access to Argonne National Laboratory and the APS.

Responsibilities

• Origin scientific research and engage in scientific collaborations at ChemMatCARS.
• Develop new techniques and support existing synchrotron radiation studies.
• Serve as a Beamline Scientist with responsibilities starting around January 1, 2027.

Skills

Beamline science

X-ray scattering

Collaborations

Data analysis

Education

PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Materials Science

Job description

The University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor to join ChemMatCARS.

ChemMatCARS, affiliated with the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, the University of Chicago and funded by NSF, is a national synchrotron X-ray user facility located at Sector 15 of the Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory. ChemMatCARS provides cutting-edge synchrotron X-ray facilities to support molecular science and engineering research, specializing in advanced chemical and materials crystallography, liquid and soft matter interface science, and anomalous small- and wide-angle scattering.

The Research Assistant Professor will serve as a Beamline Scientist and will be expected to originate scientific research and engage in scientific collaborations, develop new techniques, and support existing synchrotron radiation studies at ChemMatCARS. The term of the appointment will be for up to three years with the possibility of renewal. This position is expected to start on or about January 1, 2027.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biophysics, Materials Science, or related field.
• A minimum of five years, beyond PhD training, conducting independent experimental research at a synchrotron x-ray facility.
• Must be able to fulfill requirements for access to Argonne National Laboratory and the Advanced Photon Source.

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience with interfacial X-ray scattering techniques.
• Experience with interpretation of X-ray reflectivity data.
• Experience with supported bio-membrane preparation and characterization.