| Title: |
Postdoctoral Appointee |
Date Posted: |
05/17/2012 |
| Division: |
X-Ray Science |
Date Re-posted: |
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| Requisition: |
319347 XSD |
Salary: |
4586-7644 |
| Employment Category: |
Temporary |
Pay Cycle: |
Monthly |
| Shift: |
8:30am - 5:00pm |
Grade: |
700 |
| Hours: |
40 |
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| Job Description |
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Basic Purpose |
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Participates in the development of a novel high-resolution microscopy technique for imaging of nanoscale materials with chemical, electronic, and magnetic contrast; this technique will combine the sub-nanometer spatial resolution of scanning probe microscopy with the chemical, electronic, and magnetic sensitivity of synchrotron x-rays; conducts innovative experiments with existing x-ray-enhanced scanning tunneling microscope prototype; builds new instrument for operation at cryogenic temperatures; assists integration of instrument at synchrotron beamline; reports relevant results in appropriate form. |
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Knowledge, Skills and Experience |
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Considerable
Hands-on experience in scanning tunneling microscopy. Knowledge of instrumentation and experimental technique. Knowledge in electronics and data processing for scanning probe microscopy. |
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Good
Knowledge in surface science, material science, or related area. Good verbal and written communication skills. |
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Other
This level of scientific knowledge and sophistication is normally required and associated with a PhD in applied physics, materials science, or related disciplines. |
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Minimum Education/Experience Requirements
Years Since Ph.D. -- 0-1, 1-2, 2-3 |
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