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The position’s research component involves developing new workflows for performing diffuse scattering and pair distribution function (PDF) analysis on a new acquired D8 Venture SCXRD instrument and Anton Paar XRDynamic 500 XRD instrument. Research will be conducted under the supervision of ARC x-ray lab manager, Dr. Ethan Crace, and collaboration with Chemistry Prof. Jamie Neilson. The position also includes a service component where the candidate will aid the ARC x-ray lab manager with management of the x-ray facility including but not limited to: instrument maintenance, overseeing day-to-day operations, training/assisting users, and performing analysis of samples submitted to the ARC.\nFull Consideration Date: October 21, 2026, at 11:59 PM (MT).\nTarget Hire Date: April 1, 2027\nEssential Job Duties:\nDevelop experimental workflows, SOPs, and guides for the acquisition of total scattering data on single crystal and powder samples.\nIndependently perform x-ray diffraction/scattering experiments on research samples (personal and user submitted).\nTrain and assist x-ray instrument users on equipment procedures and data analysis.\nUse written and oral communication with colleagues and customers to complete research projects and report results clearly.\nDocument all experiments and research in a organized research notebook.\nPerform maintenance on x-ray instrumentation and maintain a log of all activities.\nSupervision:\nNo positions will directly report to this position.\nConditions of Employment:\nApplicant must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship.\nPre-employment Background Check needed given position’s access to secure laboratories and confidential information.\nApplicant must be able to push ~350lbs LN2 dewars through laboratory spaces.\nCandidates must be comfortable with working around instruments that produce ionizing radiation and strong magnetic fields.\nCandidate must be able to safely work around and handle compressed gases, cryogens, vacuum equipment, movable/motorized mechanical components, and hazardous/toxic materials.\nThe candidate must be comfortable with occasionally working in proximity to electrical circuits.\nCandidate will occasionally be required to lift/move heavy equipment and work in confined spaces (including crouching or kneeling).\nThe candidate will routinely have to manipulate small mechanical parts (Minimum Qualifications:\nPhD in Chemistry, Material Science, Physics, or similar physical science discipline is required.\nFamiliarity with x-ray diffraction instrumentation, basic experimental and analytical techniques, and ionizing radiation safety.\nExperience with either powder or single crystal x-ray diffraction data collection and analysis.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nAbility to operate X-ray diffraction instrumentation, including but not limited to: powder-XRD, thin-film XRD, and single crystal XRD.\nFamiliarity with Bruker and Anton Paar XRD equipment.\nExperience with data collection and analysis software for powder diffraction (such as DIFFRAC.EVA, TOPAS, and XRDdrive).\nExperience with data collection and analysis software for single crystal diffraction (such as Bruker APEX4, Mercury, CrystalMaker, etc.).\nExperience with advanced single crystal analysis (sever disorder - involving main residue and/or solvent, twinning, and/or modulated structures).\nExperience with total scattering techniques such as diffuse scattering from single crystals or pair distribution function (PDF) function analysis.\nGood verbal and written communication skills, especially related to customer support and documentation of research or laboratory procedures.\nSalary Range\n$60,000 - $63,000Required Application Documents\nTo apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.\nCover Letter, Resume/CVEmployee Benefits\nColorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.\nReview our detailed benefits information here.\n\nExplore the additional perks of working at CSU here.\n\nFor the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator.\n\nLastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in!\n\nBackground Check Policy Statement\nColorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. 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