XRD & Materials Postdoc – Diffuse Scattering/PDF

Colorado State University

United States

On-site

USD 60,000 - 63,000

Full time

13 days ago

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Job summary

Colorado State University’s Analytical Resources Core (ARC) seeks a postdoctoral associate to advance X-ray diffraction workflows for single crystal and powder experiments, and to help deploy new XRD instrumentation. The role combines research on diffuse scattering and PDF analysis with a service component, including instrument maintenance, user training, and data interpretation.

Under ARC lab manager Dr. Ethan Crace and collaborating chemistry faculty, you will document results and contribute

Qualifications

PhD in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics, or related physical science.
Familiarity with X-ray diffraction instrumentation and ionizing radiation safety.
Experience with powder and/or single-crystal XRD data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

Develop experimental workflows, SOPs, and guides for acquiring total scattering data on single crystals and powders.
Independently perform X-ray diffraction/scattering experiments on research samples and user submissions.
Train and assist X-ray instrument users on procedures and data analysis.
Communicate results clearly with colleagues and customers, in writing and verbally.
Document experiments and research in an organized research notebook.
Maintain X-ray instrumentation and log all activities.