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

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

Other Information:

• Work arrangement: On-site
• Candidates must have received a Ph.D. by the commencement of employment.
• BNL policy requires that after obtaining their 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.

Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $71,900.00 - $88,000.00 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.