Assistant Beamline Scientist - CNM-APS Hard X-Ray Nanoprobe

Argonne National Laboratory

Hours: Full time
Where: Lemont, IL USA
Posted: Aug 25

The Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) at Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for an Assistant Scientist position focused on transformational research enabled by the development and application of advanced synchrotron X-ray microscopy capabilities. This role will take particular advantage of new opportunities created by the Advanced Photon Source Upgrade and the CNM Hard X-ray Nanoprobe Beamline (CNM/APS HXN).

CNM is a U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science User Facility that provides researchers from around the world with state-of-the-art instrumentation, technical expertise, and collaborative opportunities in multidisciplinary nanoscience and nanotechnology.

What you'd do

Develop and lead an independent, high-impact research program in synchrotron X-ray microscopy and related nanoscale characterization methods
Leverage the capabilities of the APS Upgrade and CNM/APS HXN beamline to pursue innovative scientific opportunities
Conduct research aligned with CNM strategic priorities in nanoscale materials and device science
Support and guide user experiments at the beamline, helping enable successful and cutting-edge research outcomes
Advance beamline capabilities through new instrumentation, experimental methods, and analytical approaches
Collaborate with staff, users, and external partners across a broad range of disciplines
Contribute to the growth and scientific vitality of the CNM user program
A cover letter describing how their experience and expertise would contribute to success in this role
a list of publications

What they want

A Ph.D. in physics, materials science, chemistry, engineering, or a related physical science discipline
A strong background in experimental or analytical synchrotron X-ray research and/or other advanced microscopy techniques relevant to materials research
Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork

Starts: 2026-07-01