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Positions in SAXS/SANS, GISAXS/GISANS, XR/NR & NSE/SESANS/SERGIS/SESAME

This list is not intended to be comprehensive. But if you have a position you would like advertised here, please email us.

Permanent & Fixed-Term Posts in SAXS at Diamond

(Posted 06/04/12)

Two positions have come available within the Scattering Group at Diamond. We are looking to recruit Support Scientist/Senior Support Scientists, for I22 and B21. The principal role for these posts will be to facilitate User support during operations but will also involve assisting in the commissioning of optics components and new end station equipment.

The B21 appointment is permanent while for I22 the post is 12 month fixed term (this could be extended for a longer term) . Salary is Circa £26k and Circa £33k for appointment at the higher level. The deadline for the application is April 30, 2012.

Candidates should have an appropriate qualification and experience of synchrotron radiation. Experience of Non Crystalline Diffraction / SAXS-WAXS would be and advantage. For appointment at the higher level, candidates should have a Ph.D and relevant experience.

Further details can be found at

http://www.diamond.ac.uk/Home/Jobs/Current/DIA0706-CG.html

http://www.diamond.ac.uk/Home/Jobs/Current/DIA0707-CG.html

Please pass on to anyone in your group who might be interested in joining Diamond to work at a Synchrotron

Nick Terrill

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NSRRC Employment Opportunities Stationed at OPAL of ANSTO, Australia

(Posted 06/02/12)

National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center (NSRRC) is seeking candidates for group leader and scientists to lead or join the effort in the development of the Taiwan Neutron Program at Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organization (ANSTO), Australia.

Group leader opening is at the associate or scientist level position, and is responsible for the development of neutron research project at NSRRC and the operation of the Taiwan Neutron Program at ANSTO. Two openings of assistant scientist will participate in the operation of powder-diffraction and small-angle-scattering neutron beam instruments at ANSTO, as well as the development of their associated scientific programs. All positions require Ph.D. degree in experimental physics, materials science, or related fields. Applicants for group leader opening must have over 5 years of experience in neutron-related research. Applicants for assistant scientist openings must have at least two years of post-doctoral research experience. Priority will be given to applicants with experience in the areas of neutron powder diffraction and small-angle neutron scattering.

Postdoctoral research associate positions are also available. Candidates with Ph.D. degree in experimental sciences are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a research plan, and three letters of recommendation (sent separately by the referees) to:
Ms. I-Hui Kuo 郭懿慧小姐 (E-mail: kuo.jennifer@nsrrc.org.tw)
National Synchrotron Radiation Research Center
101 Hsin-Ann Road, Hsinchu Science Park
Hsinchu 30076, Taiwan

The application deadline is March 1, 2012. Please specify the level of position you intend to apply. Submissions received after this date will be considered if the positions are not yet filled.

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Beamline Scientist in Biological Small Angle X-Ray Scattering at EMBL

(Posted 20/01/12)
 
Location:         Hamburg, Germany
Staff Category:  Staff Member
Contract Duration:      3 years
Grading:          8
Closing Date:           4 March 2012
Reference number:       HH_00022
URL:
 
Job Description
 
The European Molecular Biology Laboratory (EMBL) is one of the highest ranked scientific research organisations in the world. The Headquarters Laboratory is located in Heidelberg
(Germany) and the outstations are in Grenoble (France), Hamburg (Germany), Hinxton (UK) and Monterotondo (Italy).
 
Applications are invited for a Staff Scientist position at the Structural Biology Unit of the EMBL in Hamburg, Germany. The position is within the biological SAXS group, which runs a high brilliance user-oriented synchrotron radiation P12 beamline on the storage ring PETRA III. This beamline is part of the integrated facility EMBL@PETRA3.The successful candidate will play a major role in scientific maintenance (development of the beamline facilities, methods and technology), external user support and collaborative projects at the beamline. The post is expected to be involved in novel biological SAXS developments in collaboration with the other groups of the EMBL at PETRA III. There will be opportunities to link related research activities with the operation of the beamline.
 
Qualifications and Experience
 
Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field, proven record of independent research, significant scientific accomplishments and expertise in structure analysis of biological macromolecules using small-angle X-ray scattering. Previous experience in hardware and/or software development for synchrotron radiation beamlines is required.
 
 
Experience in work at a large-scale user-oriented facility, excellent communication skills and ability to supervise and collaborate in international team environment will be essential.
 
Please apply online through www.embl.org/jobs
 
For further information please contact D. Svergun (Svergun@embl-hamburg.de)
 
 
Additional Information
 
EMBL is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer offering attractive conditions and benefits appropriate to an international research organisation.
 
Please note that appointments on fixed term contracts can be renewed, depending on circumstances at the time of the review.

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Post-Doc in SANS at HFIR

(Posted 13/01/12)

General Purpose SANS (GP-SANS) at HFIR, Neutron Scattering Instrument Scientist - Career Development Program
 
Position Description:
The Neutron Sciences Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) invites applications for a Career Development position as a Small Angle Neutron Scattering (SANS) Instrument Scientist on the General Purpose SANS (GP-SANS). With the world's highest-flux, reactor-based neutron source (the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR)), and the world's most intense pulsed, accelerator-based neutron source (the Spallation Neutron Source), ORNL has become the world's foremost center for neutron science. Research at these facilities will encompass the physical, chemical, materials, biological, and medical sciences and will provide opportunities for up to 2000 researchers each year from industry, research facilities, and universities all over the world. To learn more about Neutron Sciences at ORNL go to: http://neutrons.ornl.gov/ .
 
The successful candidate will:
*Work as part of GP-SANS scientific team (present team includes two Instrument Scientists and one Scientific Associate) to provide user support for the GP-SANS user program. This will include being the local contact for users, reviewing proposals for feasibility, and reducing and analyzing data.
*Work with other staff and research groups at ORNL to conduct world-leading research using the GP-SANS and related instruments at ORNL.
*Maintain the instrument and coordinate with support groups to ready the instrument for each user experiment.
*Work with the GP-SANS team to conceive, plan, and execute upgrades of the instrument. This will include both hardware and software.
*Take part in development of new methods for making SANS measurements and interpretation of the data.
*Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, health, and quality program requirements.
*Maintain a strong commitment to the implementation and perpetuation of laboratory values and ethics.
 
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be a team member providing operational support for the GP-SANS at the HFIR. The successful candidate is also expected to develop a vigorous scientific program in soft condensed matter science. An extensive record of research accomplishments using neutron and/or x-ray scattering is required. A Ph.D. and several years of experience as a research scientist in material science, physics, chemistry, or related fields (or equivalent combination of training and experience) are also required. Strong written and oral communication skills and the desire to work in a team environment on technically- and scientifically-challenging problems are required. Expertise in SANS and/or SAXS techniques is highly desired. Software and programming skills for SANS data analysis are a plus.
 
Contact Information:   Interested applicants should submit their resume at http://orise.orau.gov/science-education/internships-scholarships-fellowships/postdocs.aspx (posting ORNL11-132-NSSD).

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PDRA in Neutron Scattering: Structure and Dynamics of Fluids at Nanoscale Interfaces
 
(Posted 12/01/12)

The Ohio State University
School of Earth Sciences
 
Project Description:
The Subsurface Energy Materials Characterization and Analysis Laboratory - SEMCAL (Dr. David Cole, co-director; http://www.geology.ohio-state.edu/faculty_bios.php?id=171 ), in the School of Earth Sciences invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position in neutron scattering for a 2 year appointment with the possibility of extension to interrogate the interaction of fluids with mineral  substrates (as planar surfaces or nanoporous media). This position will be part of OSU’s Sloan Foundation funded Deep Carbon Observatory project targeting “Reduced Carbon in Earth’s Crust and Mantle”. Studies will focus on fundamental and applied aspects of the interaction of C-O-H fluids (aqueous;  non-aqueous) with solids (natural; engineered) across a wide range of length and time scales with the goal to reach a predictive level of understanding of fluid-mediated processes in complex earth and technological systems. Researchers will be able to take advantage of the collaborative interaction established between OSU and neutron scattering researchers in the Geochemistry and Interfacial Sciences Group of the Chemistry Division at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and at the Spallation Neutron Source. Emphasis is placed on both static and dynamic neutron scattering from ambient conditions to elevated temperatures and pressures to understand the nano-scale properties of free and confined fluid-solid interfaces.   

Qualifications:
Candidate must have a  Ph.D. in Chemistry, Physics, Materials Sciences, Geochemistry or closely related field. The candidate must have demonstrated experimental skills and experience in one or preferably several neutron scattering techniques (SANS, NR, QENS, NSE, diffraction). Programming skills are desirable.   The candidate should be able to work independently and participate creatively in refining project directions. The candidate must have good oral and written communication skills, and be able to interact effectively with a broad range of colleagues. Applicants cannot have received their Ph.D. more than six years prior to the date of application appointment or must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment.
 

Contact:
Applicants should send a CV, description of current research activities and interests, and contact information for at least two references to: Prof. David R. Cole, School of Earth Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 432210-1398 (cole.618@osu.edu). A formal job posting appears in the HR section of the Ohio State University web site. For more information about the School of Earth Sciences, visit our web site at http://www.geology.ohio-state.edu/ .

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SAXS Beamline Scientist at SOLEIL

(Posted 10/01/12)

The SOLEIL synchrotron both laboratory research and scientific tool of very high level, has a dual mission: to provide all of the French scientific community and international experimental facilities the best in the world and develop scientific research.
 
Beamline Scientist (m/f) - CDI
 
The SWING beamline, using radiation from an in-vacuum U20 undulator installed in a short straight section, is dedicated to Small Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS) in the energy range 5-16 keV. The main addressed scientific fields are Soft Condensed Matter and Biology. The beamline offers a large variety of dedicated sample environments (Rheometer, Heating stage, Stopped-Flow mixer, several motorized stages), and a high reactivity towards unusual user requests. The optics was designed to allow automated measurements ranging from Qmin=1.5E-2 nm-1 to Qmax=10 nm-1 in a single session, a feature particularly adapted to data collection from very large macromolecular complexes or colloids. In the field of macromolecular solution structure determination, the innovative combination of Size-Exclusion Chromatography and SAXS ensures sample monodispersity by automatic separation of aggregates. A new fast detector, based on hybrid pixel technology, will be available in 2012 to follow reaction kinetics with millisecond frame rating.
 
1. Activities
We are seeking a scientist with a strong background in structural biology and experience in protein and/or nucleic acid modeling. Candidates should master relevant bioinformatics tools, have skills in programming and also display a strong interest in instrumentation and data analysis. Experience in SAXS is an asset.
You will contribute to ensure the operation of the beamline, including the activity of local contact to external users. You will be part of a very active team of scientists with ample opportunities to conduct collaborative research on challenging projects in structural biology.
 
2. Education and Experience
You should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent plus post-doctoral experience in structural biology. Having experience both in macromolecular modeling and data collection and analysis will be a strong asset.
Complementary ability: the candidate should be fluent in English (written and spoken). Practice of French is also desirable.
 
3. General conditions
This offer corresponds to a permanent position. The remuneration will be based on the SOLEIL salary scale, and determined according to the professional background, qualifications and degrees held by the candidate.
The workplace is Saint-Aubin (Essonne).
 
The application must contain a cover letter and resume and will be deposited directly on the site:
Contact : Human Resources Department Célicia Boudaud
Tél: 01.69.35.95.08
 
Javier Pérez
Group leader
Beamline SWING
Synchrotron SOLEIL
L'Orme des Merisiers
Saint-Aubin - BP 48
91192 Gif sur Yvette Cedex
France
 
Tel : +33 (0)1 69 35 96 19 (office)
        +33 (0)1 69 35 97 53 (beamline)

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Beamline Postdoc on P03/MiNaXS at DESY

(Posted 06/01/12)

Dear colleagues, I would like to inform you about a postdoc position in my team at the P03/MiNaXS beamline (DESY), for which I am seeking candidates. The position is intended for beamline development and to pursue a rigorous inhouse research programme in the field of thin films. The intended starting date is 1st March, 2012.

The position involves:
* Work in a team-oriented environment in close collaboration with the user Community
* Develop and pursue an own inhouse research program
* User support at MiNaXS
* Participation in the instrumental development of MiNaXS

Requirements:
* PhD in physics or comparable qualification
* Knowledge in Small-/Wide-angle x-ray scattering
* Experience at 3rd generation synchrotron sources is desirable

For further questions or information, please contact me (stephan.roth@desy.de).

With best regards
Stephan Roth

Dr. Stephan V. Roth

Deutsches Elektronen Synchrotron (HASYLAB), Notkestr. 85, Hamburg, Germany

phone: +49-40-8998-2934 & +49(0)151/12071459  fax: +49-40-8994-2934 22607

e-mail: stephan.roth@desy.de
homepage: http://www.desy.de/~sroth/homepage.htm
MINAXS: http://hasylab.desy.de/facilities/petra_iii/beamlines/p03_minaxs/index_eng.html  

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