X-ray Science Division Jobs (last updated 5/22/2012)

The Advanced Photon Source (APS) is looking for a Scientific Associate to support operation of its Detector Pool. To facilitate the numerous synchrotron x-ray studies conducted each year, the APS maintains a pool of detectors and equipment that are shared between our more than 80 experimental stations. In general, Detector Pool staff distribute equipment, while providing technical support to experiments for detector-related issues. Over the next few years, we will be developing in-house facilities for detector characterization and calibration, including a dedicated optics and detectors testing beamline. This position will support day-to-day operation of the Detector Pool. There will also be opportunities to further develop Detector Pool equipment, participate in the calibration effort, and help develop the detector testing beamline.

Argonne is seeking a scientist with research interests in wide-field imaging, where high energy x-rays provide the opportunity for imaging centimeter-sized samples. Responsible for supporting the existing user community at beamline 32-ID, and developing new scientific applications aimed at the new Wide Field Imaging beamline that is part of the APS Upgrade. Responsible for conceiving and implementing a synchrotron radiation research program, for supporting research by users of 32-ID, and for participation in the development of the Wide Field Imaging beamline. Reports results, and develops R&D program of interest to the goals of the X-ray Science Division. Within 5 years of initial appointment, must develop R&D program in imaging and demonstrate the ability to work with and build the user community.

Argonne is seeking a scientist with research interests in high energy x-ray tomography. Responsible for conceiving, designing and constructing synchrotron equipment in support of the APS upgrade High Energy Tomography beamline. Leads engineers and support staff assigned to the project. Responsible for reporting project progress status and relevant results in the appropriate form. The position includes R&D activities relevant to the high energy tomography program. These activities will be carried out in collaboration with other scientific staff and/or user groups utilizing beamline 2-BM, and in coordination with the leader of the Imaging Group at the APS. Within 5 years of initial appointment, must meet the APS upgrade milestones for the High Energy tomography beamline and develop R&D program in this area.

Develops high-speed and high-resolution phase-contrast imaging at the Advanced Photon Source. Responsible for conceiving, planning and implementing synchrotron radiation research including, novel instrumentation and techniques. Responsible for supporting the operation of beamline 32-ID including experiments by users, beamline commissioning, maintenance, and upgrade activities.

This position includes responsibility for planning and implementing synchrotron radiation research at beamline 1-ID, in support of high-energy x-ray scattering and imaging activities in the sector. This includes designing, constructing, and operating highly specialized beamline and end station equipment, with a focus on in-situ techniques. The successful candidate will be expected to implement scientific methods, advanced instrumentation, and/or novel x-ray analysis algorithms for materials science applications. The candidate will also be expected to develop a research program, focused on materials science and using advanced x-ray scattering and imaging techniques, and for reporting relevant results in an appropriate form. Collaborative research with internal and external research scientists is encouraged. Within 5 years of initial appointment, must develop all or part of R&D program of interest to goals of the Division.

As group leader manages R&D activities for multiple sectors involved in the development of x-ray scattering for a wide variety of scientific and engineering problems. Responsible for conceiving, planning, and implementing the design and construction of synchrotron based equipment, and for reporting relevant results in an appropriate form. Develops a R&D world leading program, incorporating other scientists in the group.

Plans, coordinates, and conducts APS user orientation sessions, prepares preliminary and final documentation; arranges for the preparation of orientation packets; prepares and issues APS user Cardkey badges; administers General Employee Radiation Training (GERT) and issues GERT certification cards. Periodically reviews and revises orientation processes and forms to facilitate work flow. Identifies and addresses impediments to understanding of orientation materials by English-as-a-second language users; arranges for appropriate revision of training materials. Organizes and maintains comprehensive training records, both electronic and hard-copy.

Advisor - Wenge Yang

The Postdoctoral researcher will conceive and implement high pressure synchrotron radiation research, design, construct, and operate synchrotron equipment. Will work closely with the HPSynC group for implementing state-of-the-art high pressure synchrotron radiation research. Will require knowledge of high pressure synchrotron radiation physics, experience in x-ray scattering, spectroscopy or imaging technique and related instrumentation, methods, and applications. Knowledge of high pressure diamond anvil cell techniques is a plus.

Advisor - Volker Rose

We are immediately seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to participate in the development of a novel high-resolution microscopy technique for imaging of nanoscale materials with chemical, electronic, and magnetic contrast. This technique will combine the sub-nanometer spatial resolution of scanning probe microscopy with the chemical, electronic, and magnetic sensitivity of synchrotron x-rays. The successful candidate will conduct innovative experiments with an already existing x-ray-enhanced scanning tunneling microscope prototype. Further, the candidate will participate in the development and construction of a new scanning probe for operation at cryogenic temperatures. We want a candidate that aggressively pursues innovative independent research, offers hands-on experience in scanning tunneling microscopy, and exhibits comprehensive knowledge of instrumentation and the experimental technique. The successful applicant must have completed a Ph.D. in physics or a related discipline, with a proven capacity for outstanding research that is reflected in a publication record.

Advisor - Volker Rose

We are immediately seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to create a comprehensive experimental x-ray fluorescence research program on functional materials. A primary goal will be to develop novel in situ capabilities that allow controlling the sample environment, such as temperature, fields, and/or reaction cells. The candidate will have the great opportunity to work on state-of-the-art x-ray micro- and nanoprobes in order to establish strong multi-length scale research. We want a candidate that aggressively pursues innovative independent research, participates in scientific collaborations, and helps user operation. The candidate must be able to work independently as well as in our dynamic research team. Demonstrated excellence in synchrotron-based x-ray fluorescence or closely related technique is required. The successful applicant must have completed a Ph.D. in physics or a related discipline, with a proven capacity for outstanding research that is reflected in a publication record.

Advisor – Hawoong Hong

Responsible for maintaining and improving the capabilities of the UHV/MBE surface x-ray diffractometer at sector-33-ID-E station for in-situ surface scattering; planning and implementing synchrotron radiation research; reporting relevant results in an appropriate form; helping user operation. The position presents an opportunity to contribute to the x-ray interface science (with emphasis on quantum effects on surfaces and films at low temperatures) by developing experimental and analysis techniques that fully use the in-situ x-ray experiment capabilities for materials synthesis at the Advanced Photon Source.