Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
Master's degree (foreign equivalent or higher) in experimental Physical Sciences (Geosciences, Chemistry, Physics or a related discipline) or engineering. Demonstrated experience, through publication including thesis, with working with in situ apparatus, with calibration of this apparatus and with an experimental program using in situ techniques.Preferred Qualifications:
PhD (or foreign equivalent) in experimental science/engineering or related field with at least three (3) years of full-time experience in science or engineering using x-ray spectroscopy and/or diffraction. Proven experience in adapting apparatus and software development, including examples of CAD design skills, software packages developed and maintained. Experience in X-ray absorption spectroscopy and/or powder diffraction. Familiarity with modern 3-D printing techniques, high temperature furnace development, DAC methodologies, high level scripting (C, python, IDL, matlab for example). Experience with synchrotron beamline operation and control. Image analysis experience.Brief Description of Duties:
Working closely with PIs and graduate students, the JPSI Instrument Support Specialist will provide leadership in design, commissioning and operation of beamline components that enhance the functionality of new X-ray sources at SBU and BNL.

• Ability to engage in developing lab-based X-ray absorption techniques
• Preparation of manuscripts and beamline proposals with graduate students
• Supervision and training of users in in situ X-ray spectroscopy/scattering
• Travel and aid in data collection at neutron and x-ray sources
• Set-up, testing and supervise operation of in situ sample environments
• Interaction with equipment users to determine experimental protocols
• Overall Project supervision and coordination
• Other duties, projects, and service as assigned and appropriate to rank and unit mission.

Special Notes:
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $3,400 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

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