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Its core capability is 3D Laue microdiffraction, used to characterize crystal structure, orientation, strain, and microstructural evolution. The beamline also supports X-ray diffraction, fluorescence, and coherent X-ray techniques for materials research.\nPosition Responsibilities:\nSupport commissioning, operation, and continued development of the 34-ID-E beamline.\nDevelop advanced X-ray microdiffraction and microscopy methods, instrumentation, and scientific applications that take advantage of the upgraded APS source.\nSupport user experiments at 34-ID-E, including guidance on data analysis and interpretation.\nContribute to the growth of the beamline's user community.\nCarry out independent and collaborative research and help expand scientific capabilities at 34-ID-E.\nPublish and present research results in peer-reviewed journals and at scientific conferences.\nMay be required to perform other duties as assigned.\nPosition Requirements\nPh.D. in physics, materials science, engineering, or a closely related field.\nKnowledge of X-ray diffraction, crystallography, and microdiffraction, with applications to materials characterization.\nExperience with synchrotron X-ray techniques and experimental methods.\nScientific programming and computational skills for data analysis, experimental workflows, or instrument control.\nAbility to analyze and interpret diffraction and materials-characterization data.\nDemonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a scientific team environment.\nAbility to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.\nInterpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and ability to interact with people at all levels both within and outside the laboratory.\nPreferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience\nExperience with Laue diffraction, nanodiffraction, and spatially resolved crystallographic characterization.\nKnowledge of X-ray optics, focusing systems, detectors, precision instrumentation, and beamline systems.\nExperience with coherent X-ray diffraction, scattering, imaging, or related techniques.\nExperience developing X-ray instrumentation, experimental methods, or data-analysis tools.\nExperience supporting experiments at a synchrotron or other large-scale research facility.\nJob Family\nResearch Development (RD)Job Profile\nPhysics 2Worker Type\nRegularTime Type\nFull timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $94,486.00 - $147,398.94.Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. 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, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.\nClick here to view Argonne employee benefits!\nAs an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.\nArgonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.\nAll Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. 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