Research Associate - Free-electron laser physics

Position Overview:

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory seeks a Research Associate within the Accelerator Directorate with a focus on free-electron laser physics. SLAC is one of the world¿s premier accelerator research laboratories. The research associate would work on diverse accelerator projects related to attosecond science with the LCLS-II and LCLS-II HE x-ray free-electron lasers (FEL). The successful candidates will perform experiments, simulations and theoretical work.

Possible research subjects include: attosecond pulse generation and related beam shaping technique, attosecond diagnostics such as photoelectron streaking, new seeding techniques for ultrafast pulse control.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop new FEL operation modes to enable new science at LCLS, with special emphasis on attosecond science.
• Advance knowledge of FEL physics.

Note: This is a two-year fixed term position with the possibility of extension. Research Associates are engaged with the design, support, operation and/or scientific exploitation of the major programs of the laboratory, under the guidance of their faculty or Senior Staff Scientist / Distinguished Staff Scientist supervisor. They are expected to work with a significant degree of independence on one or more specific tasks in support of the research program, frequently interacting with the laboratory¿s scientific community.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Ph.D. in Accelerator Physics or related field.
• Demonstrated effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Applicants will be evaluated on research experience and accomplishments in their field of expertise. Please submit a cover letter, a CV (Resume) with a list of publications, research experience and accomplishments.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with X-ray free electron lasers and related physics.
• Experience with numerical simulations of particle accelerators.

SLAC Employee Competencies:

• Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
• Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
• Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
• Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
• Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
• Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
• Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

Physical requirements and Working conditions:

• 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 his or her job.
• Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require on-site work.

WORK STANDARDS:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities:
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,

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• Classification Title: Research Associate-Experimental
• Grade: G
• Job code: 0127
• Duration: Fixed Term

The expected pay range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.