Argonne National Laboratory
Postdoctoral Appointee - Developing MEMS Based Ultrafast X-ray Optics
Argonne National Laboratory, Lemont, Illinois, United States, 60439
Postdoctoral Appointee – Developing MEMS-Based Ultrafast X‑ray Optics
The Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory seeks a postdoctoral appointee to develop ultrafast microscale photonics and MEMS devices for X‑ray optics at synchrotron radiation sources. The postdoctoral appointee will design, simulate, test, and characterize MEMS devices, and design and execute time‑resolved X‑ray experiments with MEMS‑based X‑ray optics. The role requires independent project leadership while collaborating closely with senior members of the research group.
Key Responsibilities
Design, simulation, and testing of MEMS devices for X‑ray optics.
Characterization and measurement of MEMS devices and feedback control loops.
Execution of time‑resolved X‑ray experiments with MEMS‑based optics.
Independent project leadership and collaborative engagement with senior researchers.
Required Qualifications
PhD in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or related field, with zero to five years post‑doctoral experience.
Expertise in testing, characterizing, and measuring MEMS devices and designing feedback loops and control algorithms for precise MEMS operation.
Knowledge of MEMS materials and compatibility with X‑ray optics applications.
Proficiency with simulation software for MEMS structures.
Hands‑on experience with signal processing and RF testing instruments.
Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary teamwork.
Ability to synthesize research findings into articles, technical reports, and conference presentations.
Strong self‑motivation and research interest.
Alignment with Argonne’s core values: impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.
Experience in X‑ray scattering is desirable but not required.
Relevant Publications
P. Chen et al., Ultrafast photonic micro‑systems to manipulate hard X‑rays at 300 picoseconds, Nat. Commun., 10:1158 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-019-09077-1.
P. Chen et al., Optics‑on‑a‑chip for ultrafast manipulation of 350‑MHz hard X‑ray pulses, Opt. Express, 29, 13624 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.411023.
J. Zhou et al., Picosecond Synchrotron Pulse Shaper on‑Chip, arXiv:2211.03567, http://arxiv.org/abs/2211.03567.
Compensation The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00 - $117,925.00. Pay is determined based on scope, responsibilities, qualifications, business considerations, internal equity, and market pay for comparable jobs. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
Equal Employment Opportunity As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case‑by‑case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
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Key Responsibilities
Design, simulation, and testing of MEMS devices for X‑ray optics.
Characterization and measurement of MEMS devices and feedback control loops.
Execution of time‑resolved X‑ray experiments with MEMS‑based optics.
Independent project leadership and collaborative engagement with senior researchers.
Required Qualifications
PhD in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, or related field, with zero to five years post‑doctoral experience.
Expertise in testing, characterizing, and measuring MEMS devices and designing feedback loops and control algorithms for precise MEMS operation.
Knowledge of MEMS materials and compatibility with X‑ray optics applications.
Proficiency with simulation software for MEMS structures.
Hands‑on experience with signal processing and RF testing instruments.
Strong communication skills for multidisciplinary teamwork.
Ability to synthesize research findings into articles, technical reports, and conference presentations.
Strong self‑motivation and research interest.
Alignment with Argonne’s core values: impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork.
Experience in X‑ray scattering is desirable but not required.
Relevant Publications
P. Chen et al., Ultrafast photonic micro‑systems to manipulate hard X‑rays at 300 picoseconds, Nat. Commun., 10:1158 (2019). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41467-019-09077-1.
P. Chen et al., Optics‑on‑a‑chip for ultrafast manipulation of 350‑MHz hard X‑ray pulses, Opt. Express, 29, 13624 (2021). https://doi.org/10.1364/OE.411023.
J. Zhou et al., Picosecond Synchrotron Pulse Shaper on‑Chip, arXiv:2211.03567, http://arxiv.org/abs/2211.03567.
Compensation The expected hiring range for this position is $70,758.00 - $117,925.00. Pay is determined based on scope, responsibilities, qualifications, business considerations, internal equity, and market pay for comparable jobs. Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
Equal Employment Opportunity As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case‑by‑case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.
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