Materials Science
(posted 2023/02/15, listed until 2023/04/05)| Position ID: | Cornell-CLASSE-BEAMLINESCIENTISTRA [#24330] |
| Position Title: | Beamline Scientist / Research Associate |
| Position Type: | Other |
| Position Location: | Ithaca, New York 14853, United States [map] |
| Subject Areas: | Engineering Materials Science |
| Salary Range: | The salary range for a Research Assistant title is minimum is $45,700 to maximum $91,000. CLASSE hiring range for this title is $75,000 to $85,000. |
| Appl Deadline: | 2023/04/01 11:59PM (posted 2023/02/15, listed until 2023/04/05) |
| Position Description: |
Position Summary Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. The Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) is an internationally-recognized research facility that provides high intensity x-ray beams and state-of-the-art instrumentation to scientists and students from university, government and industrial labs around the world. These groups employ CHESS to conduct research in areas ranging from biology, physics, and chemistry to mechanical and structural engineering, advanced manufacturing, environmental science, materials science, and cultural heritage. CHESS is seeking a Ph.D. level scientist to work with a dynamic, knowledgeable, and interdisciplinary team to advance the fabrication and performance of next generation materials, especially polymers, polymer composites, and functional materials, making use of synchrotron-based x-ray characterization techniques. The successful candidate will serve as a beamline scientist supporting in-person and remote users of CHESS facilities, especially the AFRL-supported Functional Materials Beamline, and actively contribute to developing next-generation synchrotron light source technology and techniques. Responsibilities
Essential Qualifications
Preference will be given to applicants with a background in materials science or mechanical engineering, particularly geared towards soft matter or composites and involving diffraction, especially using large user facilities. Experience evaluating large experimental datasets is also an asset. No Visa sponsorship is available for this position. As part of the university's comprehensive vaccination program, all Cornell staff are required to have and provide proof of an FDA-or WHO-authorized or approved COVID-19 primary vaccination or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption, regardless of their role and work location. The initial appointment is for three years and can be renewed based on satisfactory performance and availability of funds. For further information about the position, please contact Dr. Arthur Woll (arthurwoll@cornell.edu) or Dr. Louisa Smieska (lmb327@cornell.edu). To Apply Please apply via Academic Jobs Online:https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/24330 A complete application will include the following material:
Applications received before April 1, 2023 are guaranteed full consideration. Pay Range $45,700.00 - $91,000.00 CLASSE hiring range for this title is $75,000 to $85,000. The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be influenced considering the following criteria:
An engaged and diverse community to work and thrive in! Cornell is situated in picturesque Ithaca, New York, the heart of the Finger Lakes. Ithaca is home to two academic institutions, state parks, waterfalls, gorges, and a wide range of art galleries, theaters, eateries, wineries, and breweries. Ithaca has something to suit all ages and interests. Located on the Cornell University campus, CHESS serves a world-wide user community of materials scientists, structural biologists, chemists, physicists, and engineers.
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