X-ray Diffraction Specialist & Instrumentation Lead

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Iowa MATFab Facility seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to manage X-ray equipment, perform experiments, and develop analytical methods. The role includes supporting data collection, refining crystal structures, and maintaining instrumentation within a premier user facility on campus.

On-site work with access to powder and single-crystal X-ray diffraction, Micro-CT, and X-ray fluorescence capabilities.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience after Ph.D. in research/facility work involving X-ray equipment.
• Expert in collecting and analyzing both single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction data.
• Experience maintaining, repairing, and aligning X-ray diffraction instrumentation.
• Experience with software for single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction analysis and structure determination.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage X-ray equipment and perform experiments.
• Develop analytical methods for X-ray analysis.
• Support data collection on X-ray instruments and refine crystal structures as requested.
• Repair and maintain X-ray diffraction instrumentation.
• Support key functions of a scientific user facility.

Skills

X-ray data collection

Single-crystal X-ray diffraction

Powder X-ray diffraction

Instrumentation maintenance

Data analysis software

Scientific publications

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Ph.D. in Chemistry or related field

Tools

X-ray diffraction software

Structure determination software

Job description

The University of Iowa MATFab Facility seeks an Assistant Research Scientist to manage X-ray equipment, perform experiments, and develop analytical methods. The role includes supporting data collection, refining crystal structures, and maintaining instrumentation within a premier user facility on campus.

On-site work with access to powder and single-crystal X-ray diffraction, Micro-CT, and X-ray fluorescence capabilities.