Associate Staff Scientist Ultrafast Structural Dynamics

Job description

Associate Staff Scientist - Ultrafast Structural Dynamics

Job ID

6522

Location

SLAC - Menlo Park, CA

Full-Time

Temporary

**SLAC Job Postings**

**Position Overview:**

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking an Associate Staff Scientist to join the Material Science group within the Science, Research and Development (SRD) Division at the Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS).

The primary research focus of this group concerns ultrafast electronic and structural dynamics in two- and three-dimensional condensed matter systems using Megaelectronvolt electron scattering experiments with the Ultrafast Electron Diffraction (MeV-UED) instrument, and using hard x-ray diffraction experiments, and soft x-ray spectroscopy experiments with the LCLS free electron laser.

The successful candidate will help support user science and beamline operations at the LCLS instruments, including the LCLS MeV-UED instrument, the XPP instrument and the XCS instrument.

In addition, they will develop new science capabilities and related instrumentation for the facility with a focus on ultrafast structural dynamics in condensed matter.

The candidate hired for this position is expected to develop a successful self-led scientific research project/portfolio within LCLS.

The candidate is expected to join the MeV-UED instrument team, but also to support and perform experiments at the other X-ray based instruments based on facility needs.

Candidates with a strong background in ultrafast electron diffraction, x-ray diffraction or photon spectroscopy are encouraged to apply.

It is expected that the candidate will develop a collaborative and strong user support framework within the UED and the Material Science teams for optimal use of the facility.

The candidate is expected to engage in scientific research and help to develop new scientific directions.

Additionally, the candidate will also help define and lead the developments of the MeV-UED material science program, ensuring the facility remains at the forefront of international research in these areas.

**Note** : This position is posted at the Associate Staff Scientist level.

The Associate Scientist position is a 3-to-5-year fixed term position for a recent graduate or post-doctoral fellow and is the entry level in the Staff Scientist career path.

The Associate Scientist position is scheduled to be assessed after the 3 to 5-year period with the possibility of appointment to the Staff Scientist level.

Applicants should include a cover letter, a statement of research including a summary of accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and names of five references for future letters of recommendation with the application.

Review of applications will begin immediately.

Later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.

**Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:**

+ Develop the ultrafast science program at the LCLS MeV UED facility
+ Support MeV UED, XPP and XCS user operations
+ Develop new techniques and operation procedures to improve and support ultrafast program at LCLS
+ Support expansion of the capabilities of LCLS
+ Collaborate with other SRD scientists and other Divisions within LCLS.

**To be successful in this position you will bring:**

+ A Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, applied physics, or related fields and minimum 0.-2 years of experience and Ph.D. level expertise in ultrafast science, structure dynamics or electron or X-ray diffraction.
+ Effective communication and writing skills to prepare and present technical and scientific documentation.
+ Demonstrated record of scientific productivity through publications.
+ Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population.
+ Demonstrated ability to carry out independent research and be able to collaborate in a team environment.

**SLAC employee competencies:**

+ Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
+ Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
+ Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
+ Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
+ Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
+ Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
+ Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

**Physical requirements and working conditions:**

+ Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job
+ Given the nature of this position, SLAC requires on-site work

**Work standards:**

+ Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
+ Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.

Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
+ Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu

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+ Classification Title: Associate Scientist
+ Jobe Code: 1092, Grade: K
+ Employment Duration: 3-year fixed term

The expected pay range for this position is $118,000 - $175,000 per annum.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position.

The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace.

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information.

All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States.

SLAC is an E-Verify employer.

Required Skill Profession

Other General