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Associate Research Scientist (PREP0003712)

Inside Higher Ed, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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PREP Research Associate This position is part of the National Institute of Standards (NIST) Professional Research Experience (PREP) program, which enables NIST research staff to collaborate with academic institutions on mutually interested projects. Employees in this role perform technical work that underpins the scientific research of the collaboration.

Research Title Powder Diffraction SRM Development

The Work Will Entail Work with NIST staff on the Diffraction Metrology and Standards Program to develop world‑leading instrumentation for X‑ray diffraction and produce a suite of Standard Reference Materials for end users to calibrate their equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance, operation, and upgrades of NIST XRD equipment

Assistance with measurements and analysis related to certification of SRMs

Qualifications Ph.D. in Physics or a similar field

Expertise with LabView and Python

Strong track record of building and troubleshooting custom lab equipment

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Specialized experience with X‑ray sources, optics, and detectors a plus (but not required)

Application Instructions

CV/Resume (limit to 3 pages, include a valid email address only)

Do not include self portraits, phone number, home address/country, citizenship status, languages spoken, sex/gender.

To apply for this position, visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/177041

Privacy Act Statement Authority: 15 U.S.C. 278g-1(e)(1) and (e)(3); 15 U.S.C. 272(b) and (c)

Equal Opportunity Employer The Johns Hopkins University is committed to equal opportunity for its faculty, staff, and students and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Background Checks The successful candidate(s) will be subject to a pre‑employment background check including education verification.

Vaccination Requirements Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine (except for certain campuses). All faculty, staff, and students are required to receive the seasonal flu vaccine.

Salary Range Referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation offered may vary based on location, skills, experience, internal equity, market conditions, education, and other factors.

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