Assistant Physicist - Coherent X-ray Scattering

Job overview

The Assistant Physicist - Coherent X-ray Scattering is an onsite role based in Lemont, IL, with a salary range of $94,486.00 - $147,398.94 per year. This position supports the X-ray Science Division at Argonne National Laboratory, focusing on diffraction-based techniques and user operations at the 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines. The role exists to advance scientific research by leveraging coherent X-ray properties to investigate condensed matter systems. The successful candidate will conduct independent research, support beamline user operations, and foster collaborations within the scientific community to drive strategic growth.

What you'll do

• Advance diffraction-based techniques using coherent X-rays
• support user operations at 8-ID and 28-ID beamlines
• conduct independent research on condensed matter structure and dynamics
• collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• synthesize research findings for publication and technical reports.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

lemont il

argonne national laboratory

physics

research

coherent x-ray

beamline

onsite

$94k-$147k

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including healthcare insurance.

Why this role

Joint hire between XSD-DYS and XSD-SSM groups; requires Ph.D. in physics or related field.

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.