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The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based Sciences and Education (CLASSE) has an opening for a postdoctoral research associate within the Center for Bright Beams to work on cutting-edge superconducting materials research. A Ph.D. or an equivalent in physics, material science, electrical engineering, chemical engineering, or chemistry is required.

Located on campus of a premier Ivy League Research University, CLASSE has a long history of excellence in various aspects of accelerator-related sciences and technology. The Center for Bright Beams (CBB; https://cbb.cornell.edu) is an NSF Science and Technology Center, which represents a multi-institutional effort to dramatically improve the quality of accelerator beams. With a multidisciplinary approach, the superconducting materials theme within the Center for Bright Beams offers unique research and career opportunities, and aims at developing methods and materials for next-generation superconducting radio-frequency (SRF) cavities with significantly higher performance levels than the current state-of-the-art (https://cbb.cornell.edu/research/beam-acceleration).

The successful candidate will make core contributions to the SRF activities of CBB, which currently focus on advancing the growth of homogeneous and inhomogeneous thin-film superconductors, on improving the fundamental understanding of related complex material systems, and on advancing the understanding of superconducting response to strong RF fields. The successful candidate will foster collaborations among groups and help define future research directions. The research will be conducted using cutting-edge superconducting RF growth and test infrastructure available at CLASSE, with access to state-of-the-art surface analysis facilities at Cornell Center for Materials Research (CCMR).

Applicants should have experience in at least one of the following areas (multiple areas will be considered definite assets): surface characterization techniques; thin-film superconductors and superconducting materials growth; electrochemistry; superconductor properties characterization; SRF cavity preparation, testing, and data analysis; fundamental RF superconductivity; general superconducting devices.

The initial Postdoctoral Associate appointment will be for one year, with the expectation for renewal for an additional two years.

Applications should be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/22134 and should include a cover letter, a CV, and a detailed summary of research experience and interests. Applicants must arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation uploaded, as per instructions on the academicjobsonline website. For information about the position, contact Dr. Matthias Liepe at mul2@cornell.edu.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

As part of the university's comprehensive vaccination program, all Cornell employees are required to have and provide proof of an FDA-or WHO-authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccine or have obtained a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption, regardless of their role and work location.

New hires are required to provide documentation showing full vaccination status (that is, completion of two shots of the Moderna or Pfizer vaccine or one shot of the Janssen/Johnson & Johnson) before their first day of work. If a new hire's vaccination is not complete or information is not received by their start date, the first day of work will be delayed. It is possible in some cases that an offer of employment may be withdrawn.

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Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of the job qualification, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Effective January 1, 2022, all new Cornell hires, regardless of role and work location, must be fully vaccinated and present proof of an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination or have a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption. Failure to demonstrate compliance with this requirement prior to the first day of work will result in the delay of employment with Cornell and may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities are helping to keep the United States at the leading edge of scientific research. Located on the central campus of Cornell University, CHESS is internationally recognized for providing high intensity X-ray beams and advanced instrumentation to scientists and students around the world. The lab is comprised of seven state-of-the-art beamlines, each of which routinely hosts world-leading research in physics, chemistry, biology, environmental sciences, materials science, cultural heritage, and engineering. CHESS is a world leader in innovation for complex sample environments including in situ heating and loading, accelerators, detectors, and x-ray optics and plays a key role in many medical discoveries and scientific breakthroughs, including research that received Nobel Prizes in Chemistry in 2003 and 2009. The recent CHESS-U upgrade has expanded the lab’s capabilities to allow scientists to address the most pressing global challenges facing our society. CHESS is committed to engaging with industry, academia and government through its funding from the National Science Foundation, Air Force Research Lab, National Institutes of Health, and New York State.

The X-Ray Beamline Design Group Lead position contributes to the mission of the laboratory by participating in and/or managing any of the following activities: 1) identifying and developing new experimental facilities and methods, 2) collaborating with local and outside scientists to adapt or refine methods to achieve research results, up to and including planning, conducting, and reporting on original research, 3) working with technical and facility staff to build and support necessary research infrastructure, and 4) formulating ideas and assisting proposal writing activities seeking support for new facility research programs.

Key Job Responsibilities:

The X-ray Beamline Design Group Lead draws upon specialized education, training and experience as well as general laboratory skills to support scientific research in an x-ray laboratory setting, including experience with computer, mechanical, and electronic equipment. This person can carry out independent scientific research projects, assist visiting scientists, and provide guidance and supervision to staff.

Specific duties include:

• Conceptualizing schematic and detailed design of x-ray beamlines
• Working with CHESS Technical Director to identify and lead a team designing new x-ray beamlines and subcomponents
• Working with dedicated beamline scientists to plan and execute beamline performance measurements and devise optimization procedures
• Working with technical staff leaders and operations managers to coordinate the construction, upgrades, operations and maintenance of x-ray beamlines
• Plans, conducts and reports on technical innovations that enable new research
• Provides expert consultation throughout the laboratory and help identify potential problems and possible solutions
• Presents results to broad scientific community through participation in workshops, conferences, and trade journal articles
• Collaborates with local and outside scientists to adapt or refine methods to achieve research results
• Works with technical and facility staff to build and support necessary research infrastructure
• Participates in grant application processes targeted to expand or support new facility research programs

What We Need:

• Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a scientific or technical field
• At least ten years laboratory experience beyond degree
• Hands-on experience with experimental equipment and x-ray procedures necessary, aided by experience with motion control systems, automated data collections and/or mechanical design and assembly
• Strong communication and people skills
• Ability to carry out independent scientific research projects, assist visiting scientists, and provide guidance and supervision to staff

What We Would Prefer:

Experience designing, building and/or managing synchrotron x-ray beamline(s).

Please apply online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/21481

A complete application will include the following material:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of Publications
• Statement of Research Interests
• Three (3) letters of recommendation

Cornell University requires all employees, whether they work on campus or work fully remotely, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or to have obtained a university-approved medical or religious exemption. For additional information on this requirement, visit: https://hr.cornell.edu/covid/university-response/vaccination.

Cornell provides great benefits that include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits (Employee Degree, Tuition Aid, Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Programs), access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, including winter break from December 25th through January 1st.

Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, follow the link: Benefits at Cornell.

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Who are we?

The Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE) studies particle beams and accelerators, photon science, particle physics and the early universe, and serves students, the public and scientists from Cornell and around the world. The research missions of this laboratory are in many respects unique in the world.

Why should you apply?

We recognize our work is very challenging, highly specialized and uncommon. CLASSE takes pride in providing relevant cross training and skill development to its entire technical staff. We ask that applicants apply for this position if they believe they might have basic transferable skills, or have great interest or passion in the work we do. Experience is important, but we place high value on intelligence, insight, potential, and the ability to contribute to our team success. All submitted resumes are taken into consideration.

What type of work will you do?

The Equipment Technician II serves the scientific mission by providing technical support to academic research personnel (students and scientists). This is a technical position that will interface directly with scientific staff to translate scientific needs into operating research instrumentation. This position will lend support to multiple research programs across the entire CLASSE complex, giving the incumbent the opportunity to gain exposure in several different technical fields.

Primary responsibilities of this position is to perform basic mechanical work in support of all research programs among a team of technical staff. This includes:

• Work as part of a team in maintaining, repairing, installing, and modifying experimental equipment (such as electromagnets, power supplies, sensors, solenoid valves, and other mechanical devices)
• Assist in troubleshooting experimental support systems to improve functionality and reliability (such as motors, pumps, heat exchanges, etc. associated with experimental equipment)
• Contribute to the team by identifying any potential problems and suggesting appropriate solutions.
• Act as a CLASSE liaison for FCS, building trades, vendors, suppliers and other guest
• Occasional on-call support for operational emergencies during nights, weekends, and holidays.

What qualifications are important?

High school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant technical experience. Experience in trouble-shooting basic mechanical problems. Basic use of standard hand/power tools and diagnostic equipment. Ability to respond quickly to occasional off-hour problems and emergencies by remote communication and/or returning to campus.

What qualifications might give you an advantage?

Experience with soldering or other mechanical work. Familiarity in a machine shop setting. Experience with deionized water systems, cooling towers, pumps, motors or electromagnets.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position. Please apply online at https://cornell.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/CornellCareerPage (posting #WDR-00029667).

Effective January 1, 2022, all new Cornell hires, regardless of role and work location, must be fully vaccinated and present proof of an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination or have a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption. Failure to demonstrate compliance with this requirement prior to the first day of work will result in the delay of employment with Cornell and may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Cornell provides great benefits that include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits (Employee Degree, Tuition Aid, Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Programs), access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, including winter break from December 25th through January 1st.

Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, follow the link: Benefits at Cornell.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement. Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Download Application PDF

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of the job qualification, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Effective January 1, 2022, all new Cornell hires, regardless of role and work location, must be fully vaccinated and present proof of an FDA- or WHO- authorized or approved COVID-19 vaccination or have a university-approved disability/medical or religious exemption. Failure to demonstrate compliance with this requirement prior to the first day of work will result in the delay of employment with Cornell and may result in the offer of employment being rescinded.

Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) at Cornell University is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate interested in using advanced x-ray spectroscopy to study chemistry, biochemistry, materials science, and catalysis. This position is based at the Photon-in photon-out X-ray spectroscopy (PIPOXS) beamline and focuses on using x-ray absorption and emission spectroscopy to answer questions in chemical catalysis. Successful candidates will be expected to work both collaboratively and independently on research projects and toward developing and expanding beamline capabilities—including methods for sample delivery and data processing / analysis. Candidates will also help in supporting the user program at PIPOXS. The initial appointment will be for one year, with the expectation of renewal on a yearly basis with satisfactory performance and funding availability for an additional two years.

Requirements:

• A PhD in physics, chemistry, biophysics, or comparable fields
• Record of impactful scientific publications
• Desire to work in a multidisciplinary research environment, interacting with researchers at all levels, including students and facility users
• Proficiency in science communication, written and oral, formal and informal

Assets:

• Experience using x-ray absorption and/or emission spectroscopy
• Experience with advanced instrumentation at synchrotron lightsource facilities
• Experience performing quantum chemical calculations, e.g. DFT
• Programming experience, particularly in Python and SPEC

Located on an Ivy League university campus in picturesque upstate New York, CHESS serves a world-wide community of materials researchers, biologists, chemists, physicists, and engineers. It is a National Science Foundation-supported research center dedicated to novel studies in the materials, biological, and engineering sciences and to developing novel x-ray technology and has a strong service and team-oriented environment.

Applications should be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/21044 and should include a cover letter, a CV, a list of publications, a detailed summary of research experience and interests. Applicants must arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation uploaded, as per instructions on the academicjobsonline website. For information about the position, contact Dr. Chris Pollock at cjp227@cornell.edu.

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations. Cornell University is an innovative Ivy League university and a great place to work. Our inclusive community of scholars, students, and staff impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose, and contribute creative ideas to further the university's mission of teaching, discovery, and engagement.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of job qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We’re a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

The Physics Department at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position pursuing theoretical astrophysics research. Candidates with experience in relativistic astrophysics, computational astrophysics, gravitational-wave astrophysics or theoretical cosmology are of particular interest, but we encourage applications from all areas of theoretical astrophysics.

We seek candidates with an established record of high-impact research to conduct an independent research program and to teach and advise our undergraduate and graduate students. A Ph.D. in physics or a closely related field is required.

Required materials are a cover letter, curriculum vitae with publication list, statement of research, statement of teaching and mentoring philosophy, and three letters of recommendation. Also required is a statement of diversity, equity, and inclusion describing the applicant’s efforts and aspirations to promote equity, inclusion and diversity through teaching, research and service. The target start date for the appointment is July 1, 2022. Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2021, and will continue until the position is filled.

Inquiries about the application submission can be directed to Katerina Malysheva (evm23@cornell.edu). Inquiries about the position can be directed to Prof. Eanna Flanagan (eef3@cornell.edu).

Please apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/19634.

Cornell University requires all employees, whether they work on campus or work fully remotely, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or to have obtained a university-approved medical or religious exemption. For additional information on this requirement, visit: https://hr.cornell.edu/covid/university-response/vaccination

Cornell provides great benefits that include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits (Employee Degree, Tuition Aid, Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Programs), access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, including winter break from December 25th through January 1st.

Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, follow the link: Benefits at Cornell.

Download Application PDF

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. If you don’t meet 100% of job qualifications, but see yourself contributing, please submit an application. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. We’re a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

Position: Postdoctoral Associate
Project: Applications of Pressure to Structural Biology
Disciplines: Biophysics, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Structural Biology, Applied Physics
Deadline to apply: May 15, 2021

The Macromolecular Diffraction and High-Pressure Biology resources at the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (MacCHESS and CHEXS/HP-Bio, respectively) have an opening for a Postdoctoral Associate to develop applications of high pressure to answer biological questions concerning enzyme mechanisms, protein folding, adaptation to extreme environments, and the origin of life. The primary method to be used is the pressurization of macromolecular crystals in a diamond anvil cell (HP-MX), but other techniques such as high-pressure small-angle X-ray scattering (HP-SAXS) will also be available.

A Ph.D. degree in structural biology, biophysics, or a related field is required. Experience in crystallography is highly desirable, and experience working with samples in "non-standard" environments is a plus. The ability to identify suitable systems for study, through researching previous work and establishing suitable collaborations, is essential. In addition to pursuing his/her own study of pressure effects, the successful candidate will be expected to assist research groups seeking to use high-pressure techniques at CHESS for their work. Appointments are for one year at a time and can be renewed for up to 3 years total, contingent upon availability of funds and employee performance.

The Cornell High-Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) serves a worldwide user base of structural biologists, chemists, physicists, and engineers. MacCHESS is an NIH-supported National Resource providing support for structural biology at CHESS, and HP-Bio is part of the NSF-supported CHEXS resource that operates several beamlines at CHESS.

CHESS is a heavily team-oriented environment. Good, clear communication skills are a must, including fluency in the English language.

Applications should be submitted at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/18189 and should include a cover letter, a CV, a list of publications, and a detailed summary of research experience and interests. Applicants must arrange to have at least three letters of recommendation uploaded, as per instruction on the academicjobsonline website. For information about the position, contact Dr. Marian Szebenyi at dms35@cornell.edu.

Cornell University requires all employees, whether they work on campus or work fully remotely, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, or to have obtained a university-approved medical or religious exemption. For additional information on this requirement, visit: https://hr.cornell.edu/covid/university-response/vaccination

Cornell provides great benefits that include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, educational benefits (Employee Degree, Tuition Aid, Cornell Children’s Tuition Assistance Programs), access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands. Our leave provisions include three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays, including winter break from December 25th through January 1st.

Cornell has been nationally recognized as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, sustainability, and diversity initiatives. For more information, follow the link: Benefits at Cornell.