Jobs at CLASSE
For a complete listing of Cornell and CLASSE job openings, please go to Cornell Careers.Center for Bright Beams (CBB) Administrative Assistant
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The Center for Bright Beams (CBB) joins nineteen senior investigators from diverse fields at eight universities and three national labs, who are working together to gain the fundamental understanding needed to advance accelerator technology, benefiting a wide range of accelerator applications. CBB's overarching research goal is to increase the intensity, or brightness, of beams of charged particles by a factor of 100 while decreasing the cost of key accelerator technologies. We are seeking an Administrative Assistant who will support the Director and Managing Director in the operations of the Center.
About the Center for Bright Beams:
Cornell University is the lead institution on this National Science Foundation funded Science and Technology Center. Center collaboration takes place between faculty, postdocs, and graduate students from Cornell and our partner institutions that include Arizona State University, Brigham Young University, University of Chicago, University of Florida, University of New Mexico, Northern Illinois University, and UCLA. National laboratory partners include Fermilab, Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, and SLAC.
Key Job Responsibilities:
The CBB Administrative Assistant III will be responsible for the administrative needs of the Managing Director and Director, utilizing various teams and resources to ensure that the needs of researchers, postdocs, and students are met. We are seeking an organized individual that can navigate various administrative tools i.e., Microsoft Suite, our in-house database, reporting applications, and scheduling software. The successful candidate will support our team by making travel arrangements, organizing annual meetings, symposia, special seminars, tracking myriad data sets using standard business applications, compiling data, updating social media platforms and web pages, editing reports, and assisting with the review of financial reports.
What We Need:
- HS Diploma with 2-4 years of office experience or equivalent combination
- Experience with database management
- Proven organizational and time-management skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with diverse audiences in group and one-on-one settings
- Strong commitment to quality service, collaborative decision-making, teamwork, and communication
- Experience that demonstrates sound judgment, creativity, management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to navigate various forms of administrative technology
- Associate’s degree
- Cornell or other higher education institution experience
- Excellent customer service track record
- Experience supporting
Research Support Specialist III (Sr. Mechanical Research Engineer)
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CLASSE operates world class facilities and carries out research driven by Cornell faculty in the fields of beam physics, photon science, particle and astrophysics in order to expand scientific knowledge, educate students and inspire the public.
The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE) studies particle beams and accelerators, photon science, particle physics and the early universe, and serves students, the public and scientists from Cornell and around the world. The research missions of this laboratory are in many respects unique in the world.
Primary responsibilities of the Senior Mechanical Research Engineer position are to independently manage the mechanical development of sophisticated scientific instruments and components. This includes:
- Engineering, specification, modeling, detailed design, analysis, manufacturing, construction and delivery of highly specialized equipment for particle accelerators and X-Ray/Opto-mechanical components.
- Collaborate with both accelerator physicists and X-Ray scientists – locally and internationally – as well as laboratory engineers and technical support staff to develop designs for complex new devices, requiring innovative designs and critical high-level analysis of sophisticated thermal and mechanical systems.
- Translate concepts into detailed engineering drawings, carry out full design analysis, and identify potential problems, independently and collaboratively develop solutions.
- Manage all aspects of the fabrication of components, which sometimes includes multiple, complex pieces being integrated into an effective system.
- Manage and participate in the construction, assembly, installation, and commissioning of respective devices and equipment. This verification is realized through the collection and analysis of experimental data as part of a team research effort.
- Install, test, commission, and support through the lifetime of custom equipment.
- Determine, construct, and maintain procedures and documentation to support the equipment.
- Participate in and monitor the performance of components during experimental runs including verification of performance.
- Supervise student employees and provide functional guidance to laboratory staff team members.
- Present project results at meetings and respond to questions concerning engineering design and operation.
- Assist in the preparation of research papers, reports, and articles for publication.
- A Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field) plus 3-5 years relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, is required.
- Engineering design skills and ability to lead development projects in own area of expertise.
- Demonstrated mastery with commercial 3-D CAD programs (CLASSE uses Autodesk Inventor).
- Demonstrated experience with FEA Software as related to thermal, mechanical, and coupled analysis (e.g., ANSYS).
- Demonstrated familiarity of precision machining practices such as conventional turning, milling, and NC machine tool capabilities and complex setups.
- Ability to assist scientists in research and provides functional leadership to technical staff.
- Ability to work efficiently within tight schedules and demonstrated ability to work in an environment of multiple, overlapping, dynamic and complex projects including international collaborations.
- Capable of adapting to the changing needs of a research environment.
- Able to give and receive directions and to communicate effectively across all research groups in the department.
- Work effectively and cooperatively within a team environment.
- Experience in cooling of electro-mechanical devices.
- Experience in engineering and design of particle accelerator and X-Ray/Opto-mechanical related components.
- Experience with specialty materials such as 316 SS, Niobium, Titanium, 6061 Al, PEEK, Copper, Tungsten, etc.
- Experience with Ultra High Vacuum (UHV) equipment design and UHV practices.
- Experience in the design/engineering of cryogenic equipment.
- Experience in computer scripting and/or programming languages.
- Familiar with design concerns regarding radiation and high voltage safety issues as related to accelerator X-Ray/Opto-mechanical components and systems.
CLASSE Sponsored Awards Manager
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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of the job qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We’re a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE) is a world-class facility studying beam and accelerators, photon science, particle physics and the early universe, serving students, the public and scientists from Cornell and around the world.
Key Job Responsibilities:
The CLASSE Research Administration Specialist works in collaboration with the Executive Director and Associate Directors of Administration, providing pre- and post-award support for CLASSE. The position serves as the primary contact for pre-award management and provides direct and indirect support in all areas related to proposal submissions. The Research Administration Specialist works directly with principal investigators in the development of memorandums of understanding (MOU), statements of work (SOW), and grant/contract and cooperative agreement proposals. The position monitors and ensures compliance with respective guidelines and reviews grant/contract/cooperative agreement/MOU/SOW language for accuracy and completeness. In addition, the Research Administration Specialist oversees the timely preparation and accuracy of various related reports, ensures compliance with government and university reporting, investigates and resolves related financial problems, and assists Project Managers with analysis of various project management reports, while developing financial projections and strategies.
Specific duties include:
- Serve as primary contact for pre-award management; Review, analyze and negotiate standard sponsor grants and subcontracts on behalf of the University and investigators
- Maintain and interpret sponsor regulations and University policies for principal investigator and campus research administrators
- Partner with sponsors, clients, and departments on pre-award sponsored research activities required for the submission, acceptance and management of sponsored activities
- Work directly with principal investigators in the development of memorandums of understanding (MOU), statements of work (SOW), and grant/contract and cooperative agreement proposals; monitor and ensure compliance with respective guidelines
- Assist Cornell’s Office of Sponsored Program’s Grant and Contract Officer with negotiating and implementing subcontract agreements; administer respective programs; manage relationships with collaborative institutions (national and international)
- Review grant/contract/cooperative agreement/MOU/SOW language for accuracy and completeness
- Ensure prompt and accurate responses to pre-award related issues and questions during the proposal submission process
- Create, manage, implement and communicate standard procedures and expectations related to proposal submission, and provide higher-level updates and data related to pending proposal submissions
- Proposal budget development in collaboration with PI; following sponsor guidelines, offering guidance, and utilizing University rates/policies. Includes oversight of sub-award budget development and collection
- Monitor sponsored accounts for accuracy; ensure expenditures are being accounted for appropriately.
- In conjunction with the Finance Manager, assist Project Managers with developing work breakdown structure (WBS) across multiple research projects
- Maintain ongoing communications regarding grant/contract administration with faculty and department administrators
- In close coordination with Project Managers and Faculty, prepare and submit Graduate Student academic appointments, summer appointments and Faculty summer appointments in Workday
- Work with OSP to determine necessary elements of deliverables/reports and ensure required deliverables/reports meet compliance and/or sponsor requirements
- Partner with sponsors, clients, and departments on post-award sponsored research activities required for the management and closing of sponsored activities
- Oversee timely preparation and accuracy of various related reports; ensure compliance with government and university reporting. Investigate and resolve related financial problems
- Develop and oversee the conversion of the WBS into an acceptable format for entry into the Cornell accounting system for project reporting utilizing Kuali reporting system
- Work with Project Managers and accounting staff to develop and create meaningful reports utilizing the WBS
- Assist Project Managers with analysis of various project management reports and developing financial projections and strategies
- Interpret and implement University policies, practices and procedures to address moderately complex issues; referring complex situations to supervisor
- Review department sponsored data and recommend modifications to operations as indicated by findings for departmental success
- Bachelor’s degree with 4 to 5 years of relevant experience
- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with diverse audiences
- Ability to navigate complex business interactions with sensitivity
- Ability to perform with autonomy, exercising sound independent judgement
- Experience with advanced business/technical programs and applications
- Strong commitment to quality, accuracy, collaboration, and communication
- Ability to critically evaluate practices to develop systems
- Strong attention to detail and investigative curiosity to solve problems
- Experience with advanced business/technical programs and applications
- Cornell experience and/or research administration experience
User Office Manager
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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of the job qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We’re a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
The Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities are helping to keep the United States at the leading edge of scientific research. We are seeking a CHESS User Office Manager who will partner with CHESS Leadership, CHESS Operations, and our IT team to lead a world-class User Office and support delivery of an exceptional User experience. Approximately 1,500 researchers and students (who we refer to as "Users") are involved with CHESS each year. The CHESS User Office is the main point of contact for Users and manages a suite of workflow tools, including the User Database – a custom web application that tracks nearly 10,000 Users and 1,500 proposals, and is used to coordinate all aspects of reviewing, approving, scheduling, training, and reporting on the world-class scientific experiments conducted at CHESS. Additionally, the User Office is a main point of contact for our CHESS staff scientists, CHESS Safety Committee, and operations staff with regard to the User experience. The CHESS User Office is comprised of 2-3 staff, along with student employee support, who cover traditional business hours (Monday-Friday in person) with occasional off-hours in the evenings and weekend.
About Our Lab:
Located on the central campus of Cornell University, CHESS is internationally recognized for providing high intensity X-ray beams and advanced instrumentation to scientists and students around the world. The lab is comprised of seven state-of-the-art beamlines, each of which routinely hosts world-leading research in physics, chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, materials science, cultural heritage, and engineering. CHESS is committed to engaging with industry, academia, and government through its funding from the National Science Foundation, Air Force Research Lab, National Institutes of Health, and New York State. Key Job Responsibilities:
The CHESS User Office Manager oversees the business functions of the CHESS User Office. We are looking for a talented individual that excels at building and maintaining effective relationships with multiple stakeholders and supports the research mission of CHESS through efficiently managing the User Office, focusing on delivering a world-class User experience. Specifically, the CHESS User Office Manager will be responsible for all business and administrative needs of the User Office, utilizing various teams and tools to ensure that researchers, students, and visitors who access our lab receive a world-class experience. We are seeking a talented individual that enjoys interacting with others and excels at initiating and maintaining effective relationships via email, video conferencing, phone, and in-person. A critical eye for streamlining processes and recommending improvements for more efficient function. This person must be able to navigate various administrative tools i.e., Microsoft Suite, our in-house database, reporting tools, scheduling software, etc. What We Need:
Located on the central campus of Cornell University, CHESS is internationally recognized for providing high intensity X-ray beams and advanced instrumentation to scientists and students around the world. The lab is comprised of seven state-of-the-art beamlines, each of which routinely hosts world-leading research in physics, chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, materials science, cultural heritage, and engineering. CHESS is committed to engaging with industry, academia, and government through its funding from the National Science Foundation, Air Force Research Lab, National Institutes of Health, and New York State. Key Job Responsibilities:
The CHESS User Office Manager oversees the business functions of the CHESS User Office. We are looking for a talented individual that excels at building and maintaining effective relationships with multiple stakeholders and supports the research mission of CHESS through efficiently managing the User Office, focusing on delivering a world-class User experience. Specifically, the CHESS User Office Manager will be responsible for all business and administrative needs of the User Office, utilizing various teams and tools to ensure that researchers, students, and visitors who access our lab receive a world-class experience. We are seeking a talented individual that enjoys interacting with others and excels at initiating and maintaining effective relationships via email, video conferencing, phone, and in-person. A critical eye for streamlining processes and recommending improvements for more efficient function. This person must be able to navigate various administrative tools i.e., Microsoft Suite, our in-house database, reporting tools, scheduling software, etc. What We Need:
- Associate’s degree
- 2 to 4 years of relevant experience or equivalent combination
- Experience with database management
- Proven organizational and time-management skills
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to work with diverse audiences in group and one-on-one settings
- Strong commitment to quality service, collaborative decision-making, teamwork, and communication is essential
- Experience that demonstrates sound judgment, creativity, management, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to navigate various forms of administrative technology
- Cornell or other higher education institution experience
- Excellent customer service track record
- Experience within a research laboratory with a user program
X-Ray Beamline Design Group Lead
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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of the job qualification, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Effective January 1, 2022, all new Cornell hires, regardless of role and work location, must be fully vaccinated and present proof of an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination or have a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption. Failure to demonstrate compliance with this requirement prior to the first day of work will result in the delay of employment with Cornell and may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities are helping to keep the United States at the leading edge of scientific research. Located on the central campus of Cornell University, CHESS is internationally recognized for providing high intensity X-ray beams and advanced instrumentation to scientists and students around the world. The lab is comprised of seven state-of-the-art beamlines, each of which routinely hosts world-leading research in physics, chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, materials science, cultural heritage, and engineering. CHESS is a world leader in innovation for complex sample environments including in situ heating and loading, accelerators, detectors, and x-ray optics and plays a key role in many medical discoveries and scientific breakthroughs, including research that received Nobel Prizes in Chemistry in 2003 and 2009. The recent CHESS-U upgrade has expanded the lab’s capabilities to allow scientists to address the most pressing global challenges facing our society. CHESS is committed to engaging with industry, academia and government through its funding from the National Science Foundation, Air Force Research Lab, National Institutes of Health, and New York State.
The X-Ray Beamline Design Group Lead position contributes to the mission of the laboratory by participating in and/or managing any of the following activities: 1) identifying and developing new experimental facilities and methods, 2) collaborating with local and outside scientists to adapt or refine methods to achieve research results, up to and including planning, conducting, and reporting on original research, 3) working with technical and facility staff to build and support necessary research infrastructure, and 4) formulating ideas and assisting proposal writing activities seeking support for new facility research programs.
Key Job Responsibilities:
The X-ray Beamline Design Group Lead draws upon specialized education, training and experience as well as general laboratory skills to support scientific research in an x-ray laboratory setting, including experience with computer, mechanical, and electronic equipment. This person can carry out independent scientific research projects, assist visiting scientists, and provide guidance and supervision to staff.
Specific duties include:
- Conceptualizing schematic and detailed design of x-ray beamlines
- Working with CHESS Technical Director to identify and lead a team designing new x-ray beamlines and subcomponents
- Working with dedicated beamline scientists to plan and execute beamline performance measurements and devise optimization procedures
- Working with technical staff leaders and operations managers to coordinate the construction, upgrades, operations and maintenance of x-ray beamlines
- Plans, conducts and reports on technical innovations that enable new research
- Provides expert consultation throughout the laboratory and help identify potential problems and possible solutions
- Presents results to broad scientific community through participation in workshops, conferences, and trade journal articles
- Collaborates with local and outside scientists to adapt or refine methods to achieve research results
- Works with technical and facility staff to build and support necessary research infrastructure
- Participates in grant application processes targeted to expand or support new facility research programs
- Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a scientific or technical field
- At least ten years laboratory experience beyond degree
- Hands-on experience with experimental equipment and x-ray procedures necessary, aided by experience with motion control systems, automated data collections and/or mechanical design and assembly
- Strong communication and people skills
- Ability to carry out independent scientific research projects, assist visiting scientists, and provide guidance and supervision to staff
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of Publications
- Statement of Research Interests
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
Equipment Technician II (Mechanical Technician)
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Who are we?
The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE) studies particle beams and accelerators, photon science, particle physics and the early universe, and serves students, the public and scientists from Cornell and around the world. The research missions of this laboratory are in many respects unique in the world.
Why should you apply?
We recognize our work is very challenging, highly specialized and uncommon. CLASSE takes pride in providing relevant cross training and skill development to its entire technical staff. We ask that applicants apply for this position if they believe they might have basic transferable skills, or have great interest or passion in the work we do. Experience is important, but we place high value on intelligence, insight, potential, and the ability to contribute to our team success. All submitted resumes are taken into consideration.
What type of work will you do?
The Equipment Technician II serves the scientific mission by providing technical support to academic research personnel (students and scientists). This is a technical position that will interface directly with scientific staff to translate scientific needs into operating research instrumentation. This position will lend support to multiple research programs across the entire CLASSE complex, giving the incumbent the opportunity to gain exposure in several different technical fields.
Primary responsibilities of this position is to perform basic mechanical work in support of all research programs among a team of technical staff. This includes:
- Work as part of a team in maintaining, repairing, installing, and modifying experimental equipment (such as electromagnets, power supplies, sensors, solenoid valves, and other mechanical devices)
- Assist in troubleshooting experimental support systems to improve functionality and reliability (such as motors, pumps, heat exchanges, etc. associated with experimental equipment)
- Contribute to the team by identifying any potential problems and suggesting appropriate solutions.
- Act as a CLASSE liaison for FCS, building trades, vendors, suppliers and other guest
- Occasional on-call support for operational emergencies during nights, weekends, and holidays.
Postdoctoral Associate at CHESS
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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of the job qualification, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.
Effective January 1, 2022, all new Cornell hires, regardless of role and work location, must be fully vaccinated and present proof of an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination or have a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption. Failure to demonstrate compliance with this requirement prior to the first day of work will result in the delay of employment with Cornell and may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) at Cornell University is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate interested in using advanced x-ray spectroscopy to study chemistry, biochemistry, materials science, and catalysis. This position is based at the Photon-in photon-out X-ray spectroscopy (PIPOXS) beamline and focuses on using x-ray absorption and emission spectroscopy to answer questions in chemical catalysis. Successful candidates will be expected to work both collaboratively and independently on research projects and toward developing and expanding beamline capabilities—including methods for sample delivery and data processing / analysis. Candidates will also help in supporting the user program at PIPOXS. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the expectation of renewal on a yearly basis with satisfactory performance and funding availability for an additional two years.
Requirements:
- A PhD in physics, chemistry, biophysics, or comparable fields
- Record of impactful scientific publications
- Desire to work in a multidisciplinary research environment, interacting with researchers at all levels, including students and facility users
- Proficiency in science communication, written and oral, formal and informal
- Experience using x-ray absorption and/or emission spectroscopy
- Experience with advanced instrumentation at synchrotron lightsource facilities
- Experience performing quantum chemical calculations, e.g. DFT
- Programming experience, particularly in Python and SPEC
Tenure-track Faculty Position in Theoretical Astrophysics
Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of job qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We’re a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
The Physics Department at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position pursuing theoretical astrophysics research. Candidates with experience in relativistic astrophysics, computational astrophysics, gravitational-wave astrophysics or theoretical cosmology are of particular interest, but we encourage applications from all areas of theoretical astrophysics.
We seek candidates with an established record of high-impact research to conduct an independent research program and to teach and advise our undergraduate and graduate students. A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required.
Required materials are a cover letter, curriculum vitae with publication list, statement of research, statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. Also required is a statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion describing the applicant’s efforts and aspirations to promote equity, inclusion and diversity through teaching, research and service. The target start date for the appointment is July 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2021, and will continue until the position is filled.
Inquiries about the application submission can be directed to Katerina Malysheva (evm23@cornell.edu). Inquiries about the position can be directed to Prof. Eanna Flanagan (eef3@cornell.edu).
Please apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19634.
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Cornell provides great benefits that include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits (Employee Degree, Tuition Aid, Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Programs), access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, including winter break from December 25th through January 1st.
Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, follow the link: Benefits at Cornell.
Beamline Scientist / Research Associate - FMB Beamline
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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 universities, 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, 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 (FMB), and actively contribute to developing next-generation synchrotron light source technology and techniques.
Responsibilities:
- Support an active user community, including users from DoD, Industry, and Academia, engaged in employing x-ray techniques to characterize materials and materials processes, such as additive manufacturing.
- Creatively contribute to the development of new synchrotron methods and techniques, from experimental hardware to data reduction and analysis.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships among DoD and Industry collaborations.
- Communicate experimental outcomes to DoD and industry collaborators in the form of written reports and/or presentations.
- Maintain an individual record of scholarship and contribute to the scholarly output of the lab through internal research highlights, publications in peer-reviewed journals, and presentations at national and international conferences.
- Mentor students and postdoctoral researchers in synchrotron and domain science techniques.
- Ph.D. or equivalent in materials science, chemistry, physics, engineering, or a related field and 2 years post-PhD experience.
- Interest and ability to work in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Record of scientific publications.
- Passion for contributing to an environment that builds individual and organizational effectiveness.
- Ability to communicate effectively with technical experts, operations staff, and researchers at all levels, including students, postdocs, interns, and facility users.
- Proficiency in science communication, written and oral, formal and informal.
Postdoctoral opportunity in structural biology at CHESS
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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of job qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We’re a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.
Position: Postdoctoral Associate
Project: Applications of Pressure to Structural Biology
Disciplines: Biophysics, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Applied Physics
Deadline to apply: May 15, 2021
The Macromolecular Diffraction and High-Pressure Biology resources at the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (MacCHESS and CHEXS/HP-Bio, respectively) have an opening for a Postdoctoral Associate to develop applications of high pressure to answer biological questions concerning enzyme mechanisms, protein folding, adaptation to extreme environments, and the origin of life. The primary method to be used is the pressurization of macromolecular crystals in a diamond anvil cell (HP-MX), but other techniques such as high-pressure small-angle X-ray scattering (HP-SAXS) will also be available.
A Ph.D. degree in structural biology, biophysics, or a related field is required. Experience in crystallography is highly desirable, and experience working with samples in "non-standard" environments is a plus. The ability to identify suitable systems for study, through researching previous work and establishing suitable collaborations, is essential. In addition to pursuing his/her own study of pressure effects, the successful candidate will be expected to assist research groups seeking to use high-pressure techniques at CHESS for their work. Appointments are for one year at a time and can be renewed for up to 3 years total, contingent upon availability of funds and employee performance.
The Cornell High-Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) serves a worldwide user base of structural biologists, chemists, physicists, and engineers. MacCHESS is an NIH-supported National Resource providing support for structural biology at CHESS, and HP-Bio is part of the NSF-supported CHEXS resource that operates several beamlines at CHESS.
CHESS is a heavily team-oriented environment. Good, clear communication skills are a must, including fluency in the English language.
Applications should be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/18189 and should include a cover letter, a CV, a list of publications, and a detailed summary of research experience and interests. Applicants must arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation uploaded, as per instruction on the academicjobsonline website. For information about the position, contact Dr. Marian Szebenyi at dms35@cornell.edu.
Cornell University requires all employees, whether they work on campus or work fully remotely, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or to have obtained a university-approved medical or religious exemption. For additional information on this requirement, visit: https://hr.cornell.edu/covid/university-response/vaccination
Cornell provides great benefits that include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits (Employee Degree, Tuition Aid, Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Programs), access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, including winter break from December 25th through January 1st.
Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, follow the link: Benefits at Cornell.