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Berlin Neutron Scattering Center, Berlin, Germany, March 15 and September 15
Chalk River Laboratories, Canada

Geesthacht Neutron Facility, Germany
High Flux Isotope Reactor, Oak Ridge, Tennessee, USA
Institut Laue Langevin, Grenoble, France, February 14, 2006
Intense Pulsed Neutron Source, Argonne, Illinois, USA
ISIS Pulsed Neutron Facility, Oxfordshire, UK, April 20, 2006
Laboratoire Léon Brillouin, Saclay, France, April 1 and October 1
LANSCE, Los Alamos, New Mexico, USA
NIST Center for Neutron Research, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA
Swiss Spallation Neutron Source (SINQ), Villigen, Switzerland, May 15, 2007

Job Announcements

April 22, 2008

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Job Title Post-Masters Associate: Bio-SANS Beam Line ORNL08-69-SCD
Contact Dean Myles <mylesda@ornl.gov>
URL https://www2.orau.gov/ORNL_POST/
Application Deadline May 31, 2008
Description The Center for Structural Molecular Biology (CSMB) of Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) (http://www.ornl.gov) has an immediate openings for a Post Master Research Associate. Applications are sought from highly creative and motivated individuals who will join interdisciplinary teams.

We seek a Post-Masters Associate to serve as the technical specialist in assisting users and CSMB personnel in the performance of experiments and in the design and development of the Bio-SANS beam line and equipment.

M.S. degree or equivalent in science or engineering is required. Direct experience working on X-ray or neutron scattering related instruments and software is highly desirable.

April 22, 2008

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Job Title Post Doctoral Fellow: Bio-SANS Beam Line ORNL08-68-SC
Contact Dean Myles <mylesda@ornl.gov>
URL https://www2.orau.gov/ORNL_POST/
Application Deadline May 31, 2008
Description We seek a Physicist, Chemist or Structural Biologist to support and develop neutron small angle scattering analysis of biological macromolecules. You will be expected to actively participate in the research activities of the group, to provide user support to a limited number of visiting researchers and to develop your own independent and collaborative research in small angle scattering analysis of biological complexes and assemblies. The post represents an excellent opportunity for a young postdoctoral scientist to develop his/her expertise, broaden his/her experience and interact with leading scientists from around the world.

Ph.D. completed within the last 5 years in Physical Sciences (Bio-physics, physical chemistry or structural biology) is required. Previous experience in either neutron or X-ray scattering is required. Experience with scattering applications in structural biology or soft matter science would be a distinct advantage.

April 17, 2008

Department of Energy Office of Basic Energy Sciences

Job Title Program Manager for Neutron Scattering Science
Contact Helen M Kerch <helen.kerch@science.doe.gov>
URL http://jobsearch.usajobs.gov/getjob.asp?JobId=70611940
Application Deadline June 13, 2008
Description The Department of Energy, Office of Science, Office of Basic Energy Sciences, Materials Sciences & Engineering Division, is seeking a motivated and highly qualified individual to support energy related fundamental scientific research in materials sciences and engineering that support the energy mission needs and the Strategic Plan of the Department of Energy. There is currently an opening for Program Manager in Neutron Scattering Sciences and Instrumentation. The position will have the responsibility to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate research programs in these fields on a national and international level.

You will serve as a recognized scientific authority and expert in the sub-field of neutron scattering science, and as such have the responsibility to plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate research programs in this field on a national and international level. You will serve as a Program Manager, determining scientific focus and direction of neutron scattering science aspects of the research program, preparing calls for proposals, organizing independent peer reviews, recommending funding allocations, organizing Principal Investigator meetings, serving as a liaison on committees, and monitoring scientific progress of the program. You will examine and ascertain pioneering research needs and opportunities of this research program against scientific and technological advances and of potential needs of DOE. You will prepare, justify, and support the portions of the budget relating to the program in neutron scattering science, evaluate contractor, DOE laboratory, and grantee research proposals and performance. You will develop and prepare analytical documents to communicate with top management of DOE and higher echelons of government. You will select and ascertain the qualifications and suitability of peer reviews for proposed programs.

December 21, 2007

Delft University of Technology

Job Title Postdoc in Neutron Reflectometry
Contact dr Ad van Well <a.a.vanwell@tudelft.nl>
URL www.rrr.tudelft.nl/npm2
Application Deadline February 15, 2008
Description The Section Neutron and positron methods in materials (NPM2) of the Department Radiation, Radionuclides & Reactors at the Delft University of Technology is looking for a postdoc in the field of soft-matter research using neutron reflectometry.

Your tasks: collaborate in the present research area of adsorption of (bio)macromolecules at (modified) surfaces and start up research on biological membranes. Use is made of the recently upgraded reflectometer ROG at the Delft Reactor Institute (formerly known as IRI) and use of beam time at larger facilities (e.g. OffSpec at the second target station of ISIS) is foreseen.

Your profile: Recently graduated in physics, chemistry or biology; experience or strong interest in neutron reflectometry; experience or strong interest in soft-matter research; experimental skills ranging from designing and performing experiments to data reduction and interpretation. The position is limited to two years.

February 27, 2008

Paul Scherrer Institut

Job Title Research Scientist (Postdoctorand)
Contact Urs Gasser, <urs.gasser@psi.ch>
Joachim Kohlbrecher <joachim.kohlbrecher@psi.ch>
URL http://pa.web.psi.ch/pages/offenestellen/d/index_offenestellen.php?id=968&was=stelle
Application Deadline March 15, 2008
Description The Laboratory for Neutron Scattering (PSI Villigen & ETH Zurich) in joint venture with the Danish Center for the use of Synchrotron X-ray and Neutron Facilities (DANSCATT) have an open post-doctoral position to work in the Small Angle and Reflectometry Group. The position is on a contractual basis and has duration of 2 years with an option for prolongation. The starting date is 1st of April 2008 (or according to mutual agreement). We are looking for a

Research Scientist (Postdoctorand)
Your tasks
• Research in the field of soft matter
• Supporting SANS users, mainly from the Danish neutron scattering community
• Support of the main SANS instrument responsibles in maintenance and upgrading the instrument and the software
Your profile
The successful candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in experimental physics, chemistry or a related field and has experience in working with scattering techniques, like static and dynamic light scattering (SLS, DLS) or Small Angle X-ray and Neutron Scattering (SAXS, SANS). Furthermore, communication skills in English and preferably German as well as the willingness to work flexible hours are desired. The working place will be at the Paul Scherrer Institute, Switzerland.

December 17, 2007

NIST Center for Neutron Research

Job Title Instrument Scientist
Contact Mark Green <mark.green@nist.gov>
URL
Application Deadline January 10, 2008
Description The NIST Center for Neutron Research (NCNR) invites applications for the position of instrument scientist in the field of neutron powder diffraction. The candidate will be involved in the design and development of a new high intensity diffractometer being built as part of the NCNR expansion (http://www.ncnr.nist.gov/expansion).

The objective of the new high intensity diffractometer is to provide the rapid collection of structural information at long wavelengths. Its applications are expected to include:
•In-situ reactions and real-time kinetic studies
•Magnetic scattering including molecular systems
•Hydrogen containing materials
•Strongly correlated electron systems
•Very small or highly absorbing materials

The position is open to scientists who hold a Ph.D. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Physics or related fields with excellent experimental, communication and interpersonal skills. Experience in structural characterisation and/or instrument design using x-ray or neutron diffraction techniques is highly desirable.

The candidate will be expected to take an active participation in the user program including conducting experiments with visiting researchers. The position will allow the successful candidate to develop a strong scientific program taking advantage of both the high intensity and high resolution diffractometers at NCNR, as well as well as its many other facilities. Collaborations with visiting scientists, NCNR staff, and other scientists at NIST are highly encouraged providing a rich and rewarding scientific atmosphere. Appointment will initially be for two years with the possibility of extension for outstanding performance. Salary is in the range from $57,000 to $80,000 depending on qualifications and experience. Expressions of interest along with a resume should be sent (preferably electronically) to:

Dr. Mark Green
100 Bureau Drive, Stop 6103
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899-6103
Tel: (301) 975-4297 Fax: (301) 921-9847
Email: mark.green at nist.gov

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