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Project Scientist - LCLS

Job ID

5438

Location

SLAC - Menlo Park, CA

Full-Time

Temporary

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Position overview:

We are seeking a Project Scientist to join the Material Science Department within the Science, Research and Development division of Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS), a science directorate at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. The Project Scientist will help develop new scientific capabilities at the X-ray Pump-Probe (XPP) instrument at LCLS, the world's first hard X-ray free electron laser (FEL); and grow and support a diverse scientific user program, ranging from research in sustainability science to quantum materials.

This position offers the Project Scientist some protected time to peruse personal research. Scientific collaborations with other scientists at SLAC, scientists at other light sources, and LCLS users will be strongly encouraged as well.

LCLS is currently undergoing a major upgrade (LCLS-II-HE) that will enable repetition rates (up to 1MHz), enabling the study of ultrafast dynamics across multiple dimensions such as space, time, energy, and include non-linear processes and dynamics. The upgrade will increase the average coherent flux by orders of magnitude over any other light source and will provide opportunities to make significant advances in experimental capabilities. Time resolved coherent imaging, multi-dimensional spectroscopy, and investigation of femto fluctuations are a few of the fields projected to see major advances.

The candidate will participate in beamline, end-stations and experiment designs at the XPP instrument in the context of both LCLS operations and the LCLS-II-HE upgrade project. The XPP instrument is a world leading x-ray FEL instrument with versatile capabilities with a high potential for novel developments and science. An initial emphasis will be focusing on X-ray FEL diagnostics, X-ray optics, and ultrafast methodologies for structural dynamics in materials. The candidate is also expected to both support and develop original research experiments utilizing the ultrafast capabilities available at LCLS.

Note : The Project Scientist role is a fixed term staff position. This is a 3-year fixed-term appointment with the possibility of extension. Assignment duration is contingent upon project needs and funding.

Specific Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Development of new beamline optics, diagnostic and ultrafast pump-probe methodologies including future nano-probe and imaging capabilities.

• Support experimental user operation of LCLS with an emphasis on the X-ray Pump Probe instrument.

• Contribute to development of new scientific capabilities and directions utilizing the unique capabilities of the upgrade projects such as LCLS-II and LCLS-II HE.

• Conduct and publish original scientific research.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Ph.D. in physical sciences, engineering, or related fields with demonstrated coursework or research in material science.

• A passion for experimental materials science, and X-ray techniques, especially, those utilizing an XFEL or synchrotron X-ray source

• Experience in use of large scientific user facilities.

• Exposure to large volume data collection and analysis.

• Demonstrated record of publication, with notable achievements in physical science, material science, or engineering, consistent with the candidate’s career status

• Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multi-task and complete assignments.

• Proven ability to work independently and to collaborate in a multi-disciplinary research and development team.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively convey complex technical concepts.

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• Demonstrated experience with X-ray diffraction and scattering. Some experience with ultrafast science.

• Experience in designing, building, and operating experimental apparatus.

• Experience with modern laser and X-ray metrology techniques.

• Knowledge and experience of scientific machine-learning.

• Some experience in programming in Python

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 will require onsite 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://wwwgroup.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf

• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable Stanford 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

• Classification Title: Project Scientist

• Job code: 0112,

• Employment Duration: 3-year fixed term

The expected pay range for this position is $90,000 to $140,000 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.