This position is hosted by the Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science Department, which has extensive expertise in quantum materials. The program involves close collaborations with principal investigators at the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II), which provides world-class capabilities for Resonant Inelastic X-ray Scattering (RIXS), and the Department of Physics at Harvard University.

Position Description

We are looking for a postdoctoral research associate to perform ultrafast pump-probe resonant inelastic x-ray scattering experiments. The results will be interpreted in a friendly and dynamic team environment, including complementary synchrotron RIXS and in-lab optical measurements, alongside state-of-the-art theory.

Brookhaven National Laboratory and the Energy and Photon Sciences Directorate are committed to your success. We offer a supportive work environment and the resources necessary for you to succeed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performing resonant inelastic x-ray scattering experiments on quantum materials at x-ray free electron lasers and synchrotrons
• Analyzing and interpreting the results
• Reporting the scientific results in academic papers and talks

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• PhD. in Physics or related discipline awarded within the last 5 years or will have completed all PhD. requirements by the commencement of employment.
• A good understanding of the physics of quantum materials
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, be self-motivated and able to work both independently and as a part of a multi-institutional team.
• Ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of scientists and technical staff.
• Demonstrated ability to disseminate research results by writing manuscripts and giving academic presentations.
• Able to work closely and communicate effectively with colleagues focused on other experimental and theoretical techniques
• Demonstrated data analysis skills for complex multi-dimensional data

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in spectroscopic or scattering techniques such as x-ray scattering, ultrafast pump-probe methods, optical spectroscopy, photoelectron spectroscopy, neutron scattering, etc.
• Familiarity with, or motivation to learn, facility proposal submission procedures and effective completion of experiments in fixed time slots using national-scale central facilities.

Other Information:

• While based primarily at Brookhaven National Laboratory, the position may require some domestic and international travel
• 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.
• Candidates must have received a PhD. in physics, materials science, or a related field within the last five years or will have completed all PhD. requirements by the commencement of employment.

Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The salary range for this position is $70,200 - $85,00 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.