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SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory Research Associate - Quantum Materials Research in Menlo Park, California
Research Associate - Quantum Materials Research
Job ID
5998
Location
SLAC - Menlo Park, CA
Full-Time
Temporary
SLAC Job Postings
Position Overview:
The Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL), a Directorate of the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, is seeking a Research Associate (RA) with a strong experimental background in quantum science, particularly a field relevant to device applications. The successful candidate will join the dynamic scientific research environment in the Soft X-ray Group of the Materials Sciences Division.
In this RA position, you are expected to lead the efforts to expand a research program to the field of quantum information science (QIS) at SSRL. Your research will address challenges in QIS applications through advanced methodological techniques while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration at SLAC and Stanford University.
The Soft X-ray Group has established frontier research programs on quantum materials utilizing state-of-the-art capabilities. You will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge sciences and publish lead-author manuscripts. Additionally, you will make important contributions to the interdisciplinary research program by supporting general user experiments and developing advanced instruments and new experimental capabilities.
Your specific responsibilities include:
Establish a research program in the field of QIS and relevant materials and applications at SSRL.
Explore the research topics in QIS with special emphasis on the application of x-ray techniques.
Utilize existing soft x-ray beamlines at SSRL for studying quantum materials.
Work with general user groups to support their experiments.
Develop new experimental capabilities for future science.
Note: The Research Associate role is a fixed term staff position. Appointment duration is two-year, with the possibility of extension. Assignment duration is contingent upon project needs and funding.
Applicants must provide evidence of either a recently completed PhD degree or confirmation of completion of the PhD degree requirements prior to starting the position. Applicants should also include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae which includes a list of publications, and names of three references for future letters of recommendation with the application.
SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park, CA. Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work.
To be successful in this position you will bring:
Ph.D. in physics, materials sciences, applied physics, or a related discipline.
Research experience in the field of materials science, preferably in quantum materials.
Knowledge and experience with QIS and/or device applications are strongly desired.
Demonstrated competence in operating and maintaining complex experimental systems.
Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
Some experience in conducting X-ray measurements at synchrotron facilities.
Some experience in handling 2-dimensional material.
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 his or her 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://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable 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: Research Assoc-Experimental
Grade: G, Job code: 0127
Employment Duration: Fixed term – 2 years
The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 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.