https://careers.ceramics.org Latest The Ceramic and Glass Career Center Jobs Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:09:03 Z https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22293422/beamline-scientist https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22293422/beamline-scientist Upton, NY,, Position Description Brookhaven National Laboratory is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Beamline Scientist to join the ISS beamline at NSLS-II. The ISS beamline combines a powerful damping wiggler source with state-of-the-art optics and control systems to deliver high-flux, high-resolution X-ray absorption spectroscopy. Its design effectively manages extreme heat loads while maintaining precise beam positioning and operational stability, enabling cutting-edge, high-throughput operando experiments with rapid data acquisition and high-resolution measurements. The beamline is equipped with two independently operated X-ray emission spectrometers and supports both high-throughput measurements and high-resolution X-ray absorption spectroscopy using 1 m and 0.5 m Rowland-circle geometries. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at a world-class synchrotron facility, contributing to advanced instrumentation while engaging with a diverse international user community spanning catalysis, environmental science, quantum materials, and life sciences. The successful candidate will play a critical role in advancing the scientific and technical capabilities of the ISS beamline, with particular emphasis on the development and upgrade of high-resolution spectrometers, implementation of high-throughput experimental workflows, and expansion of data acquisition and analysis tools using modern Python-based frameworks. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Provide user support for the ISS beamline. * Perform beamline operation, maintenance, upgrade, commissioning and troubleshooting. * Develop new technique/method advancing ISS capabilities. * Work closely with beamline scientists, engineers, and technical staff to ensure reliable, safe, and efficient operation. * Engage with a broad user community, enabling high-impact science and fostering new collaborations, taking advantage of ISS unique capabilities. * Establish and maintain independent research program aligned with the strategic directions for the ISS beamline and the NSLS-II Spectroscopy Program. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related field and minimum 2 years post-PhD experience. * Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience at a synchrotron or large-scale user facility. * Demonstrated expertise in XAS and high-resolution X-ray spectroscopy. * Strong programming skills in Python, with experience in scientific data acquisition, analysis, or automation. * Working knowledge of beamline control, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems. * Strong publication record demonstrating impactful research in XAS and/or X-ray emission spectroscopy along with growing international recognition. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, materials science, or a closely related field and minimum 4 years post-PhD experience. * Expertise in X-ray Emission Spectroscopy and Resonant Inelastic X-ray Scattering. * Proven experience in instrumentation development, particularly in X-ray optics or spectrometer design and implementation. * Experience with in-situ/operando experiments and high-throughput or time-resolved data acquisition approaches. * Experience with beamline control and data acquisition systems, e.g. EPICS. * Background in scientific software development, including user-facing tools or data pipelines. * Experience supervising students, postdocs, or leading collaborative research efforts. * Demonstrated ability to take initiative, manage projects, and deliver results. Other Informatio n: Appointment Term: Regular Full Time. On-site at Brookhaven National Laboratory, Upton, NY. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $104,700.00 - $163,000.00 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non-badged personnel including visitors to produce a REAL-ID or REAL-ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory - view more information at www.bnl.gov/real-id . This is due to nationwide identification requirements for federal site access as required by the federal REAL ID Act . Those not in possession of a REAL ID-compliant document will not be permitted to access the site which includes access to the Laboratory for interviews . About Us Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory . Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:31:13 -0400 https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22271001/staff-scientist-for-analytical-scanning-transmission-electron-microscopy https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22271001/staff-scientist-for-analytical-scanning-transmission-electron-microscopy Upton, NY,, The Electron Microscopy group, one of six scientific groups in the CFN, is composed of seven staff scientists and supports four electron microscopes for characterizing nanomaterials at the atomic scale in-situ and ex-situ (www.bnl.gov/cfn). In this position, you will be a member of the Electron Microscopy group working under the supervision of Dr. Judith C. Yang. Two first-of-its-kind aberration-corrected, monochromated scanning transmission electron microscopes (STEM) optimized for electron-energy loss spectroscopy (EELS) with sub-Angstrom spatial resolution will soon be added to the CFN. With installation expected in 2025, the first EELS-STEM will be an ultra-low KeV STEM for low Z, radiation-sensitive, 2-dimensional, and quantum materials. The second EELS-STEM will be an ultra-high vacuum environmental STEM capable of a pressure range of 10-9 to 1 or 10 Torr at the sample area, with expected installation in 2026. The CFN also houses forefront surface science equipment and synchrotron-based X-ray probe tools within the National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLSII) for multi-modal investigations. The CFN is seeking an exceptional and creative scientist with outstanding expertise in the instrumentation development and application of advanced scanning transmission electron microscopy and spectroscopy within research areas relevant to energy security, such as heterogeneous catalysis, oxidation/corrosion, and battery materials; microelectronics; and/or quantum materials. Your expertise and strong interest in hardware optimization of cutting-edge STEM as well as in a wide range of forefront electron microscopy and spectroscopy techniques is strongly preferred, especially in cutting-edge electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS), and you have significant interest in situ and operando microscopy. In this position, you will bear the primary responsibility for optimizing these two-incoming aberration-corrected monochromated STEMs and develop instrumentation science to be at the cutting edge of quantitative and analytical STEM. You will establish your own research programs that align with the CFN's Strategic Plan as well as collaborate with a broad range of users for a wide range of research projects that ultimately will benefit society, especially in energy, microelectronics and quantum materials. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: As a Scientific Staff member for the Scanning Transmission Electron Microscopy and Spectroscopy, you will have these roles and responsibilities: You will be primarily responsible for these frontier NION electron microscopes. You will carry out impactful nanoscience and instrumentation science of your own, publishing papers, and giving external presentations on your research enabled by these cutting-edge tools. You will support the nanoscience user community and perform basic science research in the field of analytical scanning transmission electron microscopy. You will be working with group members and contributing to the management of the Electron Microscopy facility user program, including user proposal reviews, allocations, and scheduling. You will work with other Electron Microscopy group members to oversee the day-to-day operations of the various electron microscopes, especially the analytical electron microscopy capabilities. You will mentor post-docs and graduate/undergraduate students and foster their professional development. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: You are qualified for this Staff Scientist position if: You have earned a Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a suitable Engineering discipline, and a minimum of two years of experience after earning a Ph.D. degree. You have conducted high-impact research using and developing aberration-corrected scanning transmission electron microscopy and spectroscopy, especially electron energy loss spectroscopy (EELS) and EELS simulations, to understand the properties and performance of nanomaterials as demonstrated by frequent publications of research results in peer-reviewed journals. You have technical expertise and keen interest for optimizing electron microscopes. You are an engaged member of the electron microscopy and materials science professional societies and regularly present your research at conferences and workshops. You are committed to working safely in the laboratory and fostering a respectful environment of safe-work practices. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: You are well-matched to this position if: You have earned a Ph.D. degree in Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a suitable Engineering discipline, and a minimum of four years of experience after earning a Ph.D. degree. You have experience with a wide range of electron microscopy techniques as well as advancing the development of forefront EM techniques (software and/or hardware), quantification of EM data (spectra and/or images), 4D-STEM, tomography, and in situ. You have demonstrated experience developing data analytics tools using Python or other programming languages for data analytics, processing, or machine learning on microscopy data, including spectroscopy. You have strong hands-on experience in operating and maintaining Nion STEMs. You have excellent interpersonal and communication skills (writing and oral) and a passion for collaboration with other scientists and microscopists from multiple disciplines and institutions. You collaborate effectively in interdisciplinary teams, in both leadership and supporting roles. Other Information: On-Site Position. Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $103650 - $145733 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non-badged personnel including visitors to produce a REAL-ID or REAL-ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory - view more information at www.bnl.gov/real-id . This is due to nationwide identification requirements for federal site access as required by the federal REAL ID Act . Those not in possession of a REAL ID-compliant document will not be permitted to access the site which includes access to the Laboratory for interviews . About Us Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory . Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:31:13 -0400 https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22264975/assistant-director-for-program-operations-energy-sciences https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22264975/assistant-director-for-program-operations-energy-sciences Upton, NY,, Reporting to the Director of Energy Sciences and Technology, the Assistant Director for Program Operations leads key operational functions supporting the execution of scientific research programs across multiple divisions. The role provides strategic planning support and manages reporting for internal and external reviews (including DOE), while ensuring consistent practices across Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science, and Nanoscience. This position partners with division leadership on workforce management processes for a sizeable scientific and professional staff, including performance evaluations, promotions, hiring, and workforce planning. The Assistant Director also coordinates major institutional planning and reporting activities (e.g., ALP, PEMP, BES reviews), oversees LDRD program processes, and facilitates cross-divisional initiatives and emerging strategic priorities. In addition, the role supports department-wide environmental, safety, and health (ESH) performance in collaboration with the ESH Manager. A working knowledge of the underlying science is required to effectively review and assess scientific documents, reports, and program materials. Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) invites applications for the position of Assistant Director for Program Operations , Energy Sciences . This senior leadership role strengthens the coordination and execution of scientific operations across the Department. The Assistant Director for Program Operations brings a scientific background and experience working in research organizations, with familiarity in developing and managing research programs. This role requires understanding the scientific enterprise and the operational processes that support it. Position Overview: Reporting to the Director of Energy Sciences and Technology, you will lead key operational functions supporting the execution of scientific research programs across multiple divisions. This includes providing strategic planning support and managing reporting for internal and external reviews (including DOE), while ensuring consistent practices across Chemistry, Condensed Matter Physics, Materials Science, and Nanoscience. In this role, you partner with division leadership to support workforce management processes for a large scientific and professional staff, including performance evaluations, promotions, hiring, and workforce planning. You also coordinate major institutional planning and reporting activities (e.g., ALP, PEMP, BES reviews), oversee LDRD program processes, and facilitate cross-divisional initiatives and emerging strategic priorities. You support department-wide environmental, safety, and health (ESH) performance in collaboration with the ESH Manager and contribute to maintaining a strong safety culture. Key Responsibilities Departmental Leadership and Scientific Operations You will: Serve as the Director's primary partner in advancing and maintaining clear Department-wide scientific operational expectations and practices. Oversee Department personnel processes, including performance evaluation management, promotions, and workforce planning. Partner with Division Directors to address cross-cutting operational and personnel matters. Provide Department-wide oversight of Environment, Safety & Health (ESH) performance in collaboration with the Energy Sciences ESH Manager. Represent the Director in internal Laboratory operational forums and meetings assigned. Laboratory and DOE Planning, Reporting, and Review Readiness You will: Coordinate Department inputs for major Laboratory and DOE processes, including strategic planning, performance evaluation (PEMP), and program reviews. Ensure consistent, accurate, and timely scientific and operational reporting across Divisions. Strengthen Department readiness for DOE and external reviews by identifying gaps and driving corrective actions. Facilitate coordination between scientific leadership and Laboratory support organizations to ensure successful execution of Department initiatives. Cross-Division Integration and Department Effectiveness You will: Promote effective collaboration and information sharing across the three Energy Sciences Divisions. Ensure consistent implementation of Laboratory policies and Department-wide practices across Divisions. Identify and implement opportunities to streamline Department processes for improved clarity, efficiency, and compliance. Monitor the effectiveness of cross-Division coordination and recommend process improvements as needed. Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and shared responsibility across the Energy Sciences Department. Support the Department's scientific operations and readiness within a highly visible federal research environment Foster a culture of teamwork and shared responsibility across Energy Sciences. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: You will have: A bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or a relevant field. A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a scientific, technical, or research environment, including at least 4 years of demonstrated leadership or management experience. Experience supporting or leading operations within a complex, research-driven organization, including personnel processes such as performance management, workforce planning, promotions, and staff development. Demonstrated experience coordinating cross-organizational initiatives and working effectively across teams in a matrixed environment. Experience preparing for and supporting external reviews, including development and execution of corrective action plans. Working knowledge of Environment, Safety & Health (ESH) principles in a research or technical setting. Experience with planning, performance metrics, reporting, and program or portfolio reviews. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with scientific leadership, operational staff, and senior stakeholders. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: You may have: An advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in science, engineering, or related field. Experience working in a DOE National Laboratory, federally funded research environment, or similarly complex scientific institution. Familiarity with performance management processes, including strategic planning, and scientific program reviews. Experience supporting scientific reporting, research program management, or programmatic operations. Experience leading organizational change, process improvement, or operational transformation initiatives. Additional Information: This is a fully onsite position located at Brookhaven National Laboratory in Upton, NY. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. The full salary range for this position is $155000 - $180000 / year. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non-badged personnel including visitors to produce a REAL-ID or REAL-ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory - view more information at www.bnl.gov/real-id . This is due to nationwide identification requirements for federal site access as required by the federal REAL ID Act . Those not in possession of a REAL ID-compliant document will not be permitted to access the site which includes access to the Laboratory for interviews . About Us Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory . Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:31:13 -0400 https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22244396/ari-narpes-beamline-scientist https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22244396/ari-narpes-beamline-scientist Upton, NY,, Position Description The National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) at Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks a beamline scientist for the soft x-ray angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy (ARPES) and resonant inelastic x-ray scattering (RIXS) Imaging (ARI) beamline. The ARI beamline incorporates two endstations, one for ARPES and one for RIXS, and provides ultra-high spatial resolution (~100nm) scanning imaging capability in each endstation via tightly-focusing mirror optics. Other spectroscopic techniques are also provided including XPS, XAS, inverse XAS, photoelectron diffraction, and fluorescence. The ARI beamline is currently under construction with expected first light in the summer of 2026. As the ARI Beamline Scientist concentrating on its nano-ARPES (nARPES) endstation and scientific program, the successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including beamline scientists, data analysis scientists, technicians, engineers, and other support staff to conduct the beamline operations and user program associated with the ARI nARPES endstation. The ARI nARPES Beamline Scientist will conduct a forefront personal scientific program, advance the ARI nARPES science program, enhance ARI beamline capabilities in support of the nARPES program, and propose technical improvements and upgrades to ensure that the ARI nARPES endstation remains at the state-of-the-art. The successful candidate will also work closely with the ARI nano-RIXS (nRIXS) beamline scientist to conduct a joint scientific program that takes optimal advantage of the unique combination of nARPES and nRIXS capabilities applied to the same sample. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Refine and evolve the mission and technical scope of the ARI nARPES endstation by interacting effectively with the scientific user community and with the Electronic Structure Techniques Program and NSLS-II colleagues * Grow the ARI nARPES endstation's scientific program in line with the NSLS-II strategic plan and support the facility mission with a focus on scanning imaging angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy * Conduct safe operation of the ARI beamline and its nARPES endstation, providing oversight of staff and users working at this endstation * Supervise scientific staff assigned to the ARI nARPES endstation * Contribute to development and management of the ARI beamline operating budget, beam time allocation, and schedule * Contribute to the design, implementation, maintenance, and upgrade of ARI beamline and its nARPES endstation equipment * Contribute to the development and management of the nARPES endstation's controls and data acquisition, management, and analysis * Collaborate with NSLS-II staff, BNL scientists, and/or external researchers to develop an independent scientific and/or technical research and development program that leverages or enhances the unique capabilities of the ARI beamline and its ARPES endstation * Coordinate the ARI nARPES program with the ARI nRIXS program and with the programs of other NSLS-II beamlines within and outside the Electronic Structure Techniques Program that offer complementary techniques or capabilities Position Requirements Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * PhD. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or other relevant fields with at least 2 years' experience in synchrotron-based research with significant experience using electron spectroscopy and/or x-ray scattering techniques * Expert knowledge of ARPES fundamentals and data analysis * Strong publication record using ARPES techniques * Excellent written and communication skills * Ability to interact effectively in a team environment with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, technical staff, and users Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: * PhD. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or other relevant fields with at least 4 years' experience in synchrotron-based research with significant experience using electron spectroscopy and/or x-ray scattering techniques * Demonstrated success in the design, installation, and/or commissioning of a synchrotron radiation beamline * Working knowledge of soft x-ray optics, x-ray and electron detectors, and/or beamline control systems (e.g., EPICS) * Recognized expertise in angle-resolved photoemission spectroscopy * Programming skills for data analysis and/or collection in Python Brookhaven Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi-level role and the full salary range for this position is $104,700.00 - $160,000.00 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group. Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to employee success and we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Review more information at BNL | Benefits Program Brookhaven National Laboratory requires all non-badged personnel including visitors to produce a REAL-ID or REAL-ID compliant documentation to access Brookhaven National Laboratory - view more information at www.bnl.gov/real-id . This is due to nationwide identification requirements for federal site access as required by the federal REAL ID Act . Those not in possession of a REAL ID-compliant document will not be permitted to access the site which includes access to the Laboratory for interviews . About Us Brookhaven National Laboratory (www.bnl.gov) delivers discovery science and transformative technology to power and secure the nation's future. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, 37 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 70 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University. BSA salutes our veterans and active military members with careers that leverage the skills and unique experience they gained while serving our country, learn more at BNL | Opportunities for Veterans at Brookhaven National Laboratory . Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Guided by our core values of integrity, responsibility, innovation, respect, and teamwork, Brookhaven Science Associates is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer-Vets/Disabled. We are committed to fostering a respectful and collaborative environment that fuels scientific discovery. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any characteristic protected by law. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor BSA employees are subject to restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Talent Recruitment Programs, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation at the time of hire for review by Brookhaven. The full text of the Order may be found at: https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0486.1-BOrder-a/@@images/file Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:31:13 -0400 https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22172149/postdoctoral-researcher https://careers.ceramics.org/jobs/rss/22172149/postdoctoral-researcher PA, Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation’s finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425?acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods. Who We Are: We invite applications for an experimental research postdoctoral position in the Smith Materials Lab led by Associate Prof. Hillary Smith in the Physics Department at Swarthmore College. The Smith Materials Lab is an interdisciplinary group of undergraduate students and research staff that thrives on teamwork and welcomes diverse candidates to join us. The opportunity: We invite applications for an experimental research postdoctoral position in the Smith Materials Lab led by Associate Prof. Hillary Smith in the Physics Department at Swarthmore College. We are looking for a highly motivated researcher with a PhD in materials science, physics, applied physics, mechanical engineering or closely related field. Applicants with strong experimental skills and experience in neutron or X-ray scattering are especially encouraged to apply. This DOE-funded position is for a research project aimed at investigating dynamics in glass-forming liquids. Ongoing projects study a variety of glasses including metallic, oxide, molecular, and chalcogenide glasses. Neutron scattering experiments, with a focus on quasielastic and inelastic measurements, are performed at national user facilities, particularly the Spallation Neutron Source at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. The postdoctoral fellow will be encouraged to lead the project, collaborate with the PI and undergraduate students on high-impact publications, and present at key conferences in the field. The Smith Materials Lab is an interdisciplinary group of undergraduate students and research staff that thrives on teamwork and welcomes diverse candidates to join us. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills and a keen interest in developing leadership and mentoring skills. The successful candidate will work closely with undergraduate students at Swarthmore College. Therefore, demonstrated teamwork ability and experience in mentoring is required. The position provides plenty of opportunities to interact with faculty, postdocs, and undergraduate students in other departments at Swarthmore College and with national and international collaborators. This is a limited term position and is on an annual renewal basis.   Essential Responsibilities Perform neutron scattering experiments, analyze, and interpret data (30%) Write beamtime proposals and scientific research papers, and present research in written and oral form internally and externally (30%) Perform lab-based materials preparation and characterization (15%) Mentor undergraduate research students (15%) Perform lab chores and instrument maintenance (10%) What you bring: Required Qualifications PhD in materials science, physics, applied physics, mechanical engineering Demonstrated background in condensed-matter physics Demonstrated mathematical and computational skills Experience with spectroscopy What You Will Get: You’ll work at one of the world's most renowned liberal arts Colleges, with incredible benefits, a stunning 420-acre campus, and a collaborative work environment. Join a team of passionate, creative people who work hard and have fun supporting the College students, faculty, and staff. The market range for this position is $55,000-$65,000 per year, which represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. The salary offered is determined based on factors including, but not limited to, experience and education of the final selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. We want to hear from you if you are excited about this role! For full consideration, submit applications with an uploaded resume, including a cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. If you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include a detailed explanation of any such experience in your cover letter and how it meets the preferred qualification(s). PA Criminal Required Swarthmore College requires a PA Criminal background check for all staff positions prior to the start of employment. Education Verification Required by Position An education verification is required for this position because a college degree is a required qualification for this position. Preview our Benefits Flyer . We offer benefit plans starting at zero cost! Upon benefit eligibility, the College contributes 10% of an employee’s salary to their retirement account. Employees are 100% vested in their accounts on the date participation begins. 2025 Swarthmore Benefits Guidebook Retirement Plans Tuition Grant Program Tuition Reimbursement Program Paid Time Off (Staff) Holiday Schedule Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Fri, 12 Jun 2026 00:26:32 -0400