Hi Ifeffit users, We have a job opening related to X-ray absorption spectroscopy, described below. Information about the Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices (CAMD) can be found at the following website: http://www.camd.lsu.edu/ Thanks, Amitava Roy CAMD/LSU _____ Application Deadline: July 31, 2006, or Until candidate is selected Assistant Professor-Research/Associate Professor-Research Ref: Log #0647 The Center for Advanced Microstructures and Devices (CAMD) at Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor-Research/Associate Professor-Research as a beamline scientist in the X-ray spectroscopy group. Responsibilities: Responsible for maintenance and daily operation of X-ray beamlines at the CAMD storage ring; optimization of the beamlines, the experimental stations and the data reduction software for continued routine operation; support of the users; participates in ongoing research projects and develop his/her own "in house" research program according to the candidate's scientific interests; prepares and writes grant proposals for other staff, and especially users. Special Requirements: Willingness and ability to work flexible hours which may occasionally require evening and weekend shifts for completion of experiments. Required qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics Chemistry, Biological Sciences or a related field; experience in the field of X-ray absorption spectroscopy using synchrotron radiation demonstrated by refereed publications etc; familiarity with the theoretical background and the state-of-the-art computer codes (e.g. FEFF and SPRKKR) that are commonly used for data evaluation and interpretation; experience with the operation of synchrotron radiation beamlines and monochromators, including knowledge of vacuum technology, electronics, and computing. Additional qualifications desired: Experience with the techniques of X-ray fluorescence and/or X-ray diffraction and/or small angle scattering (SAXS). Salary and level will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Level will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, applications must be submitted by July 31, 2006. Applications will be accepted until candidate is selected. Please submit letter of application, C. V. (including e-mail address and publication list), and three references with telephone numbers to: CAMD/LSU Attn.: Craig Stevens 6980 Jefferson Hwy. Baton Rouge, LA 70806 Ref: Log #0647 Louisiana State University Contact info: E-mail: evstev@lsu.edu 225-578-4603 Tel. 225-578-6954 Fax For further technical information, you may contact Amitava Roy mailto:reroy@lsu.edu via e-mail. LSU IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER