Assistant Beamline Scientist / Beamline Scientist (Spectroscopy) - Military Veterans

The eBERlight group at the X-ray Science Division (XSD) at Argonne National Laboratory (ANL) supports biological and environmental research at the Advanced Photon Source (APS). eBERlight supports multiple techniques: macromolecular crystallography, X-ray full-field imaging, X-ray fluorescence microscopy, X-ray absorption spectroscopy and scattering techniques.

The program, operating across several APS beamlines, is currently seeking a beamline scientist with expertise in X-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS). The primary role for the successful candidate will be to provide support for user activities at associated beamline facilities operated by the Spectroscopy group, and advancing applications in the fields of biological and environmental science through close collaboration with the members of the Spectroscopy group and eBERlight users.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and implement synchrotron instrumentation, sample environments and scientific experiments.
• User operation and support.
• Data analysis.
• Coordinating support staff for assigned projects.
• Reporting project progress status and relevant results through presentations, reports, and publications.
• Building an eBERlight user community through outreach and training, education about program-supported techniques.
• Coordinating cross-facilities projects.
• Mentor students.

Position Requirements

• Knowledge of X-ray methods, particularly spectroscopy and relevant instrumentation and software.
• Knowledge of synchrotron radiation, X-ray optics, detectors, and precision instrumentation.
• Experience in applying XAS to bioenvironmental research.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to interact with a variety of user groups and visitors.
• Ability to model Argonne's core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.
• Ability to understand, value, and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• Knowledge in the fields of biological and environmental science.
• Knowledge of scattering techniques (SAXS, WAXS, diffraction) and their application in bioenvironmental science.

Additional Information

This position can be hired at one of two levels; the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level ( RD2 or RD3 ) dependent upon the depth and breadth of relevant knowledge and skills. The minimum requirements of the two levels are as follows:

• RD2: Bachelors and 5+ years' experience, Masters and 3+ years' experience, PhD and 0+ years' experience, or equivalent. The expected hiring range for this position is $90,063 - 143,010.
• RD3: Bachelors and 8+ years' experience, Masters and 5+ years' experience, PhD and 4+ years' experience, or equivalent. The expected hiring range for this position is $109,922 - 175,605.

Job Family
Research Development (RD)

Job Profile
Physics 2

Worker Type
Regular

Time Type
Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $90,063.00 - $143,010.27.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. 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, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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