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    Instrument Scientist - Oak Ridge, United States - Oak Ridge National Laboratory

    Oak Ridge National Laboratory
    Oak Ridge National Laboratory Oak Ridge, United States

    1 month ago

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    Requisition Id 12724


    Overview:
    We are seeking a mid-career Instrument Scientist for the Ultra-Small-Angle Neutron Scattering Instrument (USANS).


    Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the largest US Department of Energy science and energy laboratory, conducting basic and applied research to deliver transformative solutions to compelling problems in energy and security.

    The Spallation Neutron Source (SNS) and the High-Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) are world-leading facilities and the scientific center of a diverse, international, and inclusive neutron scattering community


    The position resides in the SANS and Spin Echo Group, part of the Large Scale Structures Section of the Neutron Scattering Division at ORNL.

    In this position you will be a member of the team supporting users of the Time-of-Flight USANS instrument at the SNS.

    You will participate in local contact duties for users of the USANS instrument.

    Local contact responsibilities include helping users develop USANS experiments and beam time proposals, training users to perform data acquisition and analysis, setting up experiments and ensuring safe operation.

    You will engage in a variety of developments related to the operation of the instrument, such as upgrades, sample environments and software.

    You will also have the opportunity to engage in a research program, whether it be self-directed, through collaborations, or both

    Successful candidates will be selected via a panel interview process. If this position interests you and you meet the basic qualifications please apply.


    Major Duties/Responsibilities:

    • Lead a ground breaking research program, fostering national and international collaborations.
    • Publish research results in top-tier scientific journals and present your work at scientific meetings.
    • Provide sophisticated support to instrument users as a local contact by engaging in experiment planning, instrument setup, user training, data acquisition and data analysis.
    • Drive technological advancements in instrumentation, sample environments, and software to elevate the performance of SANS instruments at ORNL.
    • Engage in strategic outreach efforts to expand and diversify the user community.
    • Ensure compliance with environment, safety, health and quality program requirements
    • Ensure an inclusive work environment for a diverse community of users, staff, postdocs, and students.
    • As a member of the ORNL scientific community, you will be expected to commit to ORNL's Research Code of Conduct.
    Our full code of conduct and a statement by the Lab Director's Office can be found here:


    • Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety and Service.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • A PhD in physics, chemistry, materials science or related field with at least 4 years of postgraduate related experience.
    • Experience with ultra-small-angle neutron and/or X-ray scattering and related data analysis.
    • A strong record of research demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Experience with ultra-small-angle neutron and/or X-ray scattering and related analysis.
    • Experience with software development for data analysis and modeling.
    • Experience supporting a beamline or beamlines in a neutron or X-ray user facility.
    • Proven ability to work with technical and scientific support groups, graduate students, postdoctoral research associates and other research scientists working in academia and industry.

    Other Requirements:

    • Please provide a full list of publications when applying for this position.
    • If you are selected for interview, you may be required to submit a minimum of 2 letters of recommendation.

    Benefits at ORNL:
    ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain hardworking people.

    The laboratory offers many employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to help you and your family live happy and healthy.

    Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also provided for convenience.

    Other benefits include the following:

    Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

    Relocation Assistance is available for certain positions.

    If you have difficulty using the online application system or need an accommodation to apply due to a disability, please email: or call

    #LI-DC1


    This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.


    We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size.

    Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment.

    If you have trouble applying for a position, please email

    ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.


    Nearest Major Market:
    Knoxville

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