• Job Description

• Position Overview:

• The Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL), a Directorate of the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, is seeking a Research Associate (RA) with a strong experimental background in quantum science, particularly a field relevant to device applications.

The successful candidate will join the dynamic scientific research environment in the Soft X-ray Group o f the Materials Sciences Division. In this RA position, you are expected to lead the efforts to expand a research program to the field of quantum information science (QIS) at SSRL . Your research will address challenges in QIS applications through advanced methodological techniques while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration at SLAC and Stanford University. The Soft X-ray Group has established frontier research programs on quantum materials utilizing state-of-the-art capabilities, particularly resonant X-ray scattering. You will have the opportunity to engage in cutting-edge sciences and publish lead-author manuscripts. Additionally, you will also contribute significantly to the interdisciplinary research program by supporting general user experiments and developing advanced instruments and new experimental capabilities.

• You•r specific responsibilities include:•+ Establish a research program in the field of QIS and relevant materials and applications at SSRL.

+ Explore research topics in QIS, with a special emphasis on the application of X-ray techniques. + Utilize the existing soft X-ray beamlines at SSRL, particularly for scattering, to study quantum materials. + Work with general user groups to support their experiments. + Develop new experimental capabilities for future science.

• Note
• : The Research Associate role is a fixed-term staff position.

It is a two-year appointment beginning immediately, with the possibility of extension contingent upon project needs and funding. Applicants must provide either a recently completed PhD degree or confirmation of completion of the PhD degree requirements prior to starting the position. Applicants should also include a cover letter, a statement of research area including a summary of accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, and names of three references for future letters of recommendation with the application.

• _SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park, CA._
• _Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work._
• To be successful in this position you will bring:
• + Ph.

D. in physics, materials science, applied physics, or a related discipline. + Research experience in the field of materials science, preferably in quantum materials. + Knowledge and experience with QIS and/or device applications are strongly desired. + Demonstrated competence in operating and maintaining complex experimental systems. + Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills. + Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment.

• In addition, preferred requirements include:
• + Some experience in conducting X-ray scattering measurements at synchrotron facilities.

+ Some experience in handling 2-dimensional materials and heterostructures. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory explores how the universe works at the biggest, smallest and fastest scales and invents powerful tools used by researchers around the globe. As world leaders in ultrafast science and bold explorers of the physics of the universe, we forge new ground in understanding our origins and building a healthier and more sustainable future. Our discovery and innovation (https://www6.slac.stanford.edu/research) help develop new materials and chemical processes and open unprecedented views of the cosmos and life's most delicate machinery. Building on more than 60 years of visionary research, we help shape the future by advancing areas such as quantum technology, scientific computing and the development of next-generation accelerators. SLAC is operated by Stanford University for the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Science (https://www.energy.gov/science/office-science) . The Office of Science is the single largest supporter of basic research in the physical sciences in the United States and is working to address some of the most pressing challenges of our time. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classifications and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer. As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.

For foreign national candidates:

If you have not resided in the U.S. for three consecutive years, you are not eligible for the PIV credential and instead will need to obtain a favorable Local Site Specific Only (LSSO) Federal risk determination to maintain employment. Once you meet the three-year residency requirement, you will be required to obtain a PIV credential to maintain employment. The tier of federal background investigation required to obtain the PIV credential will be determined by job duties at the time you become eligible for the PIV credential.

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.