Postdoctoral Appointee - Ultrafast Microscale Photonics for X-ray Optics

Job overview

The Postdoctoral Appointee - Ultrafast Microscale Photonics for X-ray Optics is an onsite role in Lemont, IL, with a salary range of $72,879 - $121,465 per year. This position is based at the Advanced Photon Source (APS) at Argonne National Laboratory, focusing on the development of MEMS devices for X-ray optics. The appointee will design, simulate, and characterize MEMS-based oscillators to enable advanced manipulation of X-ray pulses. The role involves developing feedback and control strategies and conducting time-resolved X-ray experiments.

What you'll do

• Design and simulate MEMS devices, test and characterize performance, develop control strategies, conduct X-ray experiments, and communicate research results.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

lemont il

argonne national laboratory

postdoctoral

photonics

mems

x-ray optics

synchrotron

onsite

$72k-$121k/yr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and insurance.

Why this role

Focuses on ultrafast microscale photonics and MEMS for synchrotron radiation facilities.

About the employer

Argonne National Laboratory is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.