[ccp4bb] Job opening at SLAC National Accelerator Lab

[Alex Batyuk <batyuk@STANFORD.EDU>]

Dear all,

There is a job opening in data analysis at LCLS, SLAC National Accelerator Lab:

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory (SLAC) is one of the world’s premier research laboratories, providing an internationally leading capability in the form of its accelerator based light sources and its science programs. The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS), a directorate of SLAC and the world’s first hard x-ray free electron laser, seeks a Project Scientist with a background in structural biology and data analysis methods to join the LCLS Hard X-Ray department. Members of this department are responsible for developing new instrumentation and methods as well as performing innovative ultrafast experiments using hard x-ray beams from LCLS. Within the HXR Department, a portion of the team focuses on structural biology experiment deployment, execution and capability development.
In this position, you will primarily support the development and integration of methods for structural biology, with a specific focus of data analysis methods. This will be done in partnership with the LCLS data systems team to improve the existing tools and develop new methods. In addition, you will support the user experiment program (primarily at the CXI and MFX instruments) and the use of methods and tools developed. You will participate in and contribute to efforts involving the online and offline data analysis tools and work towards the automation of the analysis workflow. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with researchers at SLAC and Stanford University. The successful candidate should be curious, motivated and self-driven.

Note: The position is a 3 year fixed term with the possibility of renewal. Assignment duration is contingent upon project needs and funding. The Associate Scientist is a 3 to 5 year fixed term research staff position.  Position is scheduled to be assessed after the 3 to 5 year period with the possibility of appointment to the Staff Scientist level.  Appointment to the Staff Scientist level requires a review and evaluation of documented scientific achievements. Applicants should include a cover letter, a statement of research including brief summary of accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and names of three references for future letters of recommendation with the application. 

Please Note – due to COVID-19 related curtailment of on-site activities, the job duties for this position will be required to be performed from home until full site-access is restored

To be successful in this position you will bring: 

	• A Ph.D. in physics, engineering, biochemistry, biology, or related field in demonstrated coursework and research experience with sample preparation, characterization and delivery.
	• Experience with complex data analysis of large data sets.
	• Experience in structural biology research at x-ray sources.
	• Demonstrated experience as evidenced by a publication record commensurate with level of work experience. 
	• Ability to carry out independent research. 
	• Strong analytical and experimental skills.
	• Effective written and verbal communication skills. 
	• Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population.
In addition, preferred requirements and experience include: 

	• Data analysis using Python and familiarity with Linux.
	• User facility operations and research.
	• X-ray crystallography, especially serial methods.
	• X-ray scattering techniques.
	• Experience in automation. 
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 the job. May work extended hours during peak business cycles. The ability to travel to synchrotron and XFEL facilities around the world to perform experiments
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:  http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
	• 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,  http://adminguide.stanford.edu
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	• Classification Title: Associate Scientist 
	• Job code: 1092
	• Employment Duration: Fixed Term - 3 years

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.



Link to apply:

https://erp-hprdext.erp.slac.stanford.edu/psp/hprdext/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1&JobOpeningId=4094&PostingSeq=1



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