X-Ray Diffraction Researcher

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University in Baltimore invites applications for an X-Ray Diffraction Researcher to support the design and operation of instrumentation and hardware control for autonomous XRD experiments. The role collaborates with national lab partners to deploy and optimize experimental setups at facilities like the Advanced Photon Source and Argonne National Laboratory.

A PhD is required, with hands-on synchrotron XRD experience and a strong background in instrumentation and data analysis.

Qualifications

• PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on synchrotron XRD experiments and data analysis experience.
• Experience with instrumentation, automation, and hardware control.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and implementation of instrumentation and hardware control systems for autonomous X-ray diffraction experiments.
• Coordinating with national lab partners at the Advanced Photon Source, Argonne National Laboratory, to deploy and optimize experimental setups.
• Developing and executing synchrotron XRD experiments for in-situ structural analysis of additively manufactured metal alloys.
• Assisting in the integration of experimental workflows with predictive modeling tools to guide real-time decision-making in AM.
• Disseminating research findings through publications, conference presentations, and technical reports.

Skills

Synchrotron XRD

Data analysis

Instrumentation

Education

PhD in Materials Science/Physics/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Title

X-Ray Diffraction Researcher

Division

Research & Economic Development

Department

NIST PREP

Job Effective Date

04/01/2027

Job End Date

03/31/2028

Work Status

Full Time

Position Category

Contractual

FLSA

Exempt

Annual Salary

$93,254

Pays

$93,254 /per year

Fund Source

Federal/Grant

Requisition Reason

New

Job Duties

• Supporting the design and implementation of the instrumentationand hardware control systems for autonomous X-ray diffractionexperiments.
• Coordinating with national lab partners at the Advanced PhotonSource, Argonne National Laboratory, to deploy and optimizeexperimental setups.
• Developing and executing synchrotron XRD experiments forin-situ structural analysis of additively manufactured metalalloys.
• Assisting in the integration of experimental workflows withpredictive modeling tools to guide real-time decision-making inAM.
• Disseminating research findings through publications,conference presentations, and technical reports.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Materials Science, Physics,Mechanical Engineering, or a related field from an accreditedcollege or university is required.
• Hands-on experience with synchrotron X-ray diffractionexperiments and data analysis.
• Experience with instrumentation, experimental automation, andhardware control in scientific research.

Number of Vacancies

1

Job Open Date

09/22/2026

Job Close Date

10/22/2026