Research Associate – Time-resolved studies of Quantum Materials using coherent x-rays

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Position Description

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral research associate to develop and perform x-ray pump–probe experiments on quantum condensed matter systems. The successful candidate will design, build, and operate ultrafast laser amplifier setups integrated with x-ray instrumentation to investigate light-induced dynamics in solids. The postdoc will have opportunities to collaborate closely with scientists across disciplines at Brookhaven National Laboratory.

The position will be based at the Coherent Hard X-ray Scattering (CHX) beamline of the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II), which is dedicated to probing nanometer-scale dynamics in materials using x-ray photon correlation spectroscopy (XPCS). The postdoc will also work closely and collaborate with the X-ray Scattering Group (XSG) in Condensed Matter Physics & Materials Science at BNL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for setting up an x-ray pump probe system using ultrafast laser amplifiers

• Responsible for planning, performing, and analyzing coherent x-ray pump probe experiments

• Responsible for disseminating research results in the form of conference presentations and publications

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• PhD in physics, materials science, physical chemistry or related field

• Extensive experience in designing, setting up, and conducting condensed matter experiments using ultrafast laser systems

• Demonstrated proficiency in programming language, such as Python

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in synchrotron-based experiments

• Experience in coherent x-rays or/and resonant x-ray scattering

• Understanding of light-matter interactions in condensed matter systems

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $71,900.00 - $88,000.00 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate’s qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.

• BNL policy requires that after obtaining a PhD, eligible candidates for research associate appointments may not exceed a combined total of 5 years of relevant work experience as a post-doc and/or in an R&D position, excluding time associated with family planning, military service, illness or other life-changing events.

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