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BNL | Benefits Program
The National Synchrotron Light Source-II (NSLS-II) is a DOE-funded scientific user facility at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The Spectroscopy Program within the Physical Sciences & Research Operations Division provides advanced X-ray spectroscopy tools to study complex materials under real-world conditions, with a focus on understanding and improving materials used in energy storage, catalysis, and other applications involving non-ambient and complex dynamic environments. The program includes four NSLS-II operated beamlines, as well as three partner beamlines stewarded by NIST covering soft, tender, and hard X-ray spectroscopy.
Lead Beamline Scientist – Tender Energy X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (TES) The National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) at Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks a Lead Beamline Scientist for the Tender Energy X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (TES) beamline. TES is a tender-energy beamline for XAS and X-ray fluorescence imaging in the 2-5.5 keV energy range and will be upgraded to 1.7 - 8.3 keV. The beamline serves a broad range of scientific user communities including catalysis, energy, geochemistry, environmental, and bioscience. TES beamline has two endstations. The Smart XAS endstation is a high throughput/operando bulk XAS endstation. The tender x-ray microspectroscopy endstation is a micro beam endstation with beam size ~5 um focused using KB mirrors, which is currently being upgraded and will be commissioned in 2026.
As the Lead Beamline Scientist for TES, the successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including beamline scientists, data analysis scientists, technicians, engineers, and other support staff to lead both the TES user program and beamline operations. The Lead Beamline Scientist will develop a vision and strategy to advance the TES user science program, enhance the beamline capabilities and propose facility improvements and upgrades to ensure that the TES beamline remains at the state-of-the-art.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Refine and evolve the mission and technical scope of the TES beamline by interacting effectively with the scientific user community and with the Spectroscopy Program and NSLS-II colleagues
Grow the TES beamline's scientific program in line with the NSLS-II strategic plan and support the facility mission with a focus on x-ray spectroscopy and microscopy
Lead the safe operation of the TES beamline and provide oversight of staff and users working at the beamline
Supervise a team of beamline scientists assigned to the TES beamline
Propose and manage the TES operating budget, beam time allocation and schedule
Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance and upgrade of the beamline equipment, and guide the beamline's progress with advanced data management and analysis
Collaborate with NSLS-II staff, BNL scientists, and/or external researchers to develop an independent scientific or technical research and development program that leverages or enhances the unique capabilities of the TES beamline
Coordinate the TES user program with those of other NSLS-II beamlines within and outside the Spectroscopy Program that offer complementary techniques or capabilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or other relevant fields with minimum 6 years' experience in synchrotron-based research with significant experience using x-ray spectroscopy and/or imaging techniques
Knowledge of x-ray spectroscopy fundamentals and data analysis
Knowledge of x-ray imaging or fluorescence imaging fundamentals and data analysis
Strong publication record in using X-ray spectroscopy and/or imaging techniques
Excellent written and communication skills
Ability to interact effectively in a team environment with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, technical staff, and users
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or other relevant fields with minimum 10 years' experience
Demonstrated successful experience with synchrotron beamline operation and user support
Significant experience using 2D or 3D x-ray fluorescence microscopy
Proven expertise in DFT and/or XANES simulation
Hands‑on experience with in‑situ and operando measurement
Demonstrated success in the design, installation and/or commissioning of a synchrotron radiation beamline
Working knowledge of x‑ray optics, x‑ray detectors, and/or beamline control systems (e.g., EPICS)
Programming skills for data analysis and/or collection in Python
Demonstrated success supervising or leading scientific or technical groups or projects
Other Information
On‑site
Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi‑level role and the full salary range for this position is $134,555 - $203,100 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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BNL | Benefits Program
The National Synchrotron Light Source-II (NSLS-II) is a DOE-funded scientific user facility at Brookhaven National Laboratory. The Spectroscopy Program within the Physical Sciences & Research Operations Division provides advanced X-ray spectroscopy tools to study complex materials under real-world conditions, with a focus on understanding and improving materials used in energy storage, catalysis, and other applications involving non-ambient and complex dynamic environments. The program includes four NSLS-II operated beamlines, as well as three partner beamlines stewarded by NIST covering soft, tender, and hard X-ray spectroscopy.
Lead Beamline Scientist – Tender Energy X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (TES) The National Synchrotron Light Source II (NSLS-II) at Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks a Lead Beamline Scientist for the Tender Energy X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (TES) beamline. TES is a tender-energy beamline for XAS and X-ray fluorescence imaging in the 2-5.5 keV energy range and will be upgraded to 1.7 - 8.3 keV. The beamline serves a broad range of scientific user communities including catalysis, energy, geochemistry, environmental, and bioscience. TES beamline has two endstations. The Smart XAS endstation is a high throughput/operando bulk XAS endstation. The tender x-ray microspectroscopy endstation is a micro beam endstation with beam size ~5 um focused using KB mirrors, which is currently being upgraded and will be commissioned in 2026.
As the Lead Beamline Scientist for TES, the successful candidate will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including beamline scientists, data analysis scientists, technicians, engineers, and other support staff to lead both the TES user program and beamline operations. The Lead Beamline Scientist will develop a vision and strategy to advance the TES user science program, enhance the beamline capabilities and propose facility improvements and upgrades to ensure that the TES beamline remains at the state-of-the-art.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Refine and evolve the mission and technical scope of the TES beamline by interacting effectively with the scientific user community and with the Spectroscopy Program and NSLS-II colleagues
Grow the TES beamline's scientific program in line with the NSLS-II strategic plan and support the facility mission with a focus on x-ray spectroscopy and microscopy
Lead the safe operation of the TES beamline and provide oversight of staff and users working at the beamline
Supervise a team of beamline scientists assigned to the TES beamline
Propose and manage the TES operating budget, beam time allocation and schedule
Oversee the design, implementation, maintenance and upgrade of the beamline equipment, and guide the beamline's progress with advanced data management and analysis
Collaborate with NSLS-II staff, BNL scientists, and/or external researchers to develop an independent scientific or technical research and development program that leverages or enhances the unique capabilities of the TES beamline
Coordinate the TES user program with those of other NSLS-II beamlines within and outside the Spectroscopy Program that offer complementary techniques or capabilities
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or other relevant fields with minimum 6 years' experience in synchrotron-based research with significant experience using x-ray spectroscopy and/or imaging techniques
Knowledge of x-ray spectroscopy fundamentals and data analysis
Knowledge of x-ray imaging or fluorescence imaging fundamentals and data analysis
Strong publication record in using X-ray spectroscopy and/or imaging techniques
Excellent written and communication skills
Ability to interact effectively in a team environment with a diverse group of scientists, engineers, technical staff, and users
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, or other relevant fields with minimum 10 years' experience
Demonstrated successful experience with synchrotron beamline operation and user support
Significant experience using 2D or 3D x-ray fluorescence microscopy
Proven expertise in DFT and/or XANES simulation
Hands‑on experience with in‑situ and operando measurement
Demonstrated success in the design, installation and/or commissioning of a synchrotron radiation beamline
Working knowledge of x‑ray optics, x‑ray detectors, and/or beamline control systems (e.g., EPICS)
Programming skills for data analysis and/or collection in Python
Demonstrated success supervising or leading scientific or technical groups or projects
Other Information
On‑site
Brookhaven National Laboratory is committed to providing fair, equitable and competitive compensation. This is a multi‑level role and the full salary range for this position is $134,555 - $203,100 / year. You will be placed at the level and salary commensurate with your experience. Salary offers will be commensurate with the final candidate's qualification, education and experience and considered with the internal peer group.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Brookhaven Science Associates is an equal opportunity employer that values inclusion and diversity at our Lab. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. BSA takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. *VEVRAA Federal Contractor
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