X-ray Science Division Jobs (last updated 5/13/2013)

Guides, coordinates, and initiates state-of-the-art research related to x-ray interface science and time-resolved science in the X-ray Science Division. Develops research themes directed toward the Basic Energy Sciences portfolio. Initiates and supports research in collaboration with academic and industrial partners. Ensures high quality and productivity of x-ray research in the Division. Facilitates strong general user programs at the APS beamlines. Supervises the conception, planning, and implementation of synchrotron based equipment, and guides other scientists in these activities.

The Group Leader for the Detector Group at the Advanced Photon Source (APS) at Argonne National Laboratory coordinates the group's activities in detector development, and in operation of the Detector Pool. The group leader is responsible for project prioritization, collaborative development projects, and safety, staff and budget, all in support of APS beamlines and the research mission of the X-ray Science Division. Experience in detector physics and electronics is required, as is familiarity with x-ray science experiments. In addition to the main responsibility of leading the group, the group leader should contribute to the technical development of new x-ray detectors of interest to the goals of the Division.

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.

The National Institute of General Medical Sciences and National Cancer Institute Structural Biology Facility, in the X-Ray Science Division of the Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory is a leader in developing micro-crystallography capabilities that have enabled visiting scientist to study some of the most challenging problems in structural biology. We seek an individual to join the scientific team and participate in ongoing development, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of the GM/CA@APS X-ray beamlines. Particular responsibilities include characterization and diagnosis of X-ray optical equipment; and characterization of beam properties with an emphasis on automation and improved spatial and temporal beam stability. The successful candidate will be responsible for writing and maintaining documentation and protocols describing beamline components and their use. Additional responsibilities include providing user support and training, and participating in beamline or methodology related research and development projects.

Provides technical support and operation assistance to the microscopy group. Assists scientific staff in support of a diverse international group of users to conduct experiments efficiently and safely. The role may include initial setup, conduct of experiments, providing user orientation, and overseeing the shipment of user equipment to and from the laboratory. Assist in the design and construction of improvements to instrumentation. Responsible for repairs and general maintenance in support of experimental operations for staff and user experiments.

This position involves research, development and delivery of nano fabricated hard x-ray diffractive optics including primarily zone plates for high resolution (<20 nm), high energy (>10 keV) x-ray focusing, but also other nanostructures for beam shaping and conditioning. The scientist will 1) Play a major role in establishing a leading hard x-ray zone plate program at the Advanced Photon Source in collaboration with scientists at relevant groups both within and outside of Argonne National Laboratory; 2) Investigate and develop new approaches to achieve high efficiency with hard x-rays, possibly including high aspect ratio nanofabrication and/or alignment of multiple zone plates; 3) Deliver zone plates to meet the need of the APS Upgrade project and future APS nano- and micro-probes. The work also includes contribution to the overall efforts of the optics group to support APS beamlines and users. Within 5 years of initial appointment, must develop all or part of R&D program of interest to goals of the Division.

Advisor - Francesco DeCarlo

The Imaging Group of the Advanced Photon Source (APS) is seeking a postdoctoral fellow to work on the development of software data analysis tools for Synchrotron Radiation Computed Tomography (SR-CT) data. SR-CT supports a range of scientific measurements and investigations by providing three-dimensional imaging of the interiors of physical and biological objects.

Advisor - Michel van Veenendaal

The Theory Group at the Advanced Photon Source, Argonne National Laboratory, has an opening for a postdoctoral position immediately available in the field of CONDENSED MATTER THEORY. The candidate will conduct theoretical research on nonequilibrium dynamics in materials with strong electron correlations, magnetism, and photoinduced phenomena. Special emphasis will lie on the study of these materials using pump-probe x-ray spectroscopy. We are seeking applicants working in the area of strongly correlated electron systems and are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in numerical techniques (exact diagonalization QMC, DFT).