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ALS Job Opening Req#105561 Beamline Scientist for Extreme Condition X-Ray Diffraction
by Andrew J. Campbell 09 Dec '25

09 Dec '25

Dear Colleagues - The Advanced Light Source Division has an opening in Photon Science Operations as a Beamline Scientist for Extreme Condition X-ray Diffraction. Photon Science Operations partners with ALS users to deliver cutting-edge experiments and develop new techniques and instruments. This position leads the Diffraction at Non-Ambient Conditions Beamline 12.2.2, collaborating with users on state-of-the-art x-ray studies while ensuring reliable operations, safety, and data quality. During the ALS upgrade<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://als.lbl.gov/als-u/als-u-timeline/__;!!G_… > (ALS-U), you will serve as the scientific lead for 12.2.2 adjustments and upgrades, using the pause in routine operations to plan and execute a clear roadmap for next-generation diffraction capabilities and user training. Key responsibilities for Career track Beamline Scientist: * Manage daily operations and technical development of Beamline 12.2.2<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://als.lbl.gov/beamlines/12-2-2/__;!!G_uCfs… > (diffraction at non-ambient conditions). * Maintain and upgrade beamline instrumentation, sample environments, and computing infrastructure to support users and evolving research needs. Drive data acquisition and data processing developments. * Collaborate with and advise/train the ALS users to conduct state-of-the-art x-ray experiments. * Serve as scientific lead during the ALS Upgrade, overseeing beamline modifications, and defining the post-ALS-U diffraction roadmap including clear milestones for developments in sample environments, detectors, and optics. * Ensure compliance with ALS, LBNL and DOE safety requirements. Note that Integrated Safety Management<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ism.lbl.gov/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!chJZBnQABU… > (ISM) is the DOE framework for how we protect ourselves and each other while pursuing the Lab’s mission, by systematically integrating safety into management and work practices at all levels. * Build collaborations and partnerships with new and existing ALS users and develop a strong professional network. Engage closely with Approved Programs that supply additional support personnel and infrastructure to the beamline, including with NSF SEES, Synchrotron Earth and Environmental Science<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!chJZBnQ… >. * Contribute to the broader scientific community through expertise, and committee service, peer review. * Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present results at conferences and workshops. * Lead or contribute to scientific R&D projects and funding proposals. * Supervise or mentor students, postdocs, and colleagues as appropriate. * Perform all responsibilities with a high level of independence, professional judgment, and initiative. Additional Qualifications for Career Beamline Scientist: * Recognized leader in the field with a strong record of independent research and staff leadership. * Recognition through awards, invited talks, or leadership in high-impact collaborations advancing the field. * Demonstrated achievements that have significantly expanded knowledge or capabilities in the discipline. * Proven experience managing projects from concept through design, testing, and commissioning. * Experience supervising and coordinating the work of scientists, engineers, and technicians. * Demonstrated ability to lead innovative development projects and foster cross-disciplinary collaboration. * Proven track record in strategic planning and organizational decision-making. Notes: * This is a full-time, Career-Track 2-year term appointment that may be renewed to a maximum of 5 years and that may be converted to career appointment based upon satisfactory job performance, continuing availability of funds, and ongoing operational needs. * A Career position will be considered for those who have relevant experience or for existing Career-Track or Term staff who have already exhausted the number of years eligible to hold a Career-Track role. * Priority consideration will be given to candidates who apply by January 16, 2026. * You may access additional details on this job posting and requirements with this link. https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://lbl.referrals.selectminds.com/jobs/beaml… Hiring Manager Dula Parkinson Please feel free to pass this along to your network of colleagues and potentially interested candidates. Thanks, Janice -- Janice Krueger Business Operations Manager Advanced Light Source Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (510) 495-2146 ---------------------------------- Andrew Campbell SEES Director Professor, Dept. of the Geophysical Sciences University of Chicago (773) 834-1085 | acampbel(a)uchicago.edu seescience.org<https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://seescience.org__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!chJZBnQAB… > -----------------------------------

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Fully-funded PhD studentship in Planetary Science at the School of Earth Sciences, University of Bristol
by Oliver Lord 05 Dec '25

05 Dec '25

Dear colleagues, I would be very grateful if you could pass on the following opportunity to your undergraduate students: Me and my colleagues are pleased to advertise an STFC-funded PhD studentship in planetary science, to begin in autumn 2026, in the School of Earth Sciences, University of Bristol, UK. A single studentship is available and will be awarded competitively. Applicants may choose from the following four projects: 1 | Benchmarking major element isotopic compositions of chondritic meteorites Supervisors: Tim Elliott, Ian Parkinson, Isaac Onyett, Kathryn Shaw & Chris Coath 2 | Exploring Saturn and Titan’s atmosphere with infrared spectroscopy from the Cassini spacecraft Supervisors: Nick Teanby & Jessica Irving 3 | The deep interior of Mars Supervisors: Oliver Lord, Jessica Irving & Bob Myhill 4 | An embarrassment of riches: reconciling our solar system’s platinum problem Supervisors: Oliver Lord, Ian Parkinson & Kathryn Shaw Deadline to apply: 25 February 2026, 14:00 GMT Additional project details can be found here: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/earthsciences/postgrad… Apply online here: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/res… (Please select Geology (PhD) as the programme in the online application system.) Many thanks in advance for sharing this opportunity. All the best, Oliver Lord Head of Petrology School of Earth Sciences, University of Bristol [https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://raw.githubusercontent.com/olivertlord/em… ] [https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://raw.githubusercontent.com/olivertlord/em… ] Oliver Thomas Lord Head of Petrology | University of Bristol, School of Earth Sciences phone: +44 (0)7939 904629<tel:+447939904629> address: Room G40, Wills Memorial Building, Queen's Road, Bristol, BS8 1RJ linktree: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://linktr.ee/olivertlord__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!Z…

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Fw: CBMS Lecture Series - Barstow; December 10
by Tappero, Ryan 04 Dec '25

04 Dec '25

Perhaps of interest... ________________________________ From: Stojanoff, Vivian <stojanof(a)bnl.gov> Sent: Wednesday, December 3, 2025 6:23 PM To: Energy Sciences Directorate <EnergySciencesDirectorate(a)bnl.gov>; EBNN Directorate <EBNNDirectorate(a)bnl.gov> Cc: Stojanoff, Vivian <stojanof(a)bnl.gov> Subject: CBMS Lecture Series - Barstow; December 10 You are cordially invited to join the Center for Biomolecular Structure Lecture Series ……….. Buz Barstow Cornell University https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.vanderzanden-lab.com__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS… <https://urldefense.com/v3/__http://www.vanderzanden-lab.com/__;!!P4SdNyxKAP… > WEDNESDAY, December 10, 13:30 (EST) "The Microbe-Mineral Atlas and Biomining Critical Elements” Register in advance for this meeting: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://bnl.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/2erL_tv… Time conversion Link: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.worldtimebuddy.com/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS… <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https:/gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?… > Abstract: Creation of a new sustainable energy infrastructure, carbon sequestration, advanced electronic and computer technologies, and advanced defense technologies all mean that the demand for metals is increasingly rapidly. But traditional mining technology can be highly environmentally damaging. This means that the supply chains for many critical metals and semiconductors stretch through unstable parts of the world, leaving them vulnerable to disruption and exploitation. Biomining with Acidithiobacillus species already supplies about 20% of the world’s copper and 5% of its gold through an iron-specific redox process. However, there are no industrially-used microbes for any of the 30 or 40 other critical elements. This means that we will need to build microbes to enable bioprocesses to mine these elements with synthetic biology. However, we do not understand the basic science of how microbes interact with metals and minerals sufficiently to guide this engineering. My lab has characterized the genome of the mineral-dissolving microbe Gluconobacter oxydans and discovered the genetic systems that enable it to mine rare earth elements. We have used this new knowledge to create a roadmap for engineering G. oxydans that has already improved biomining of REE by up to 1,200%. Furthermore, we engineered the hyper-engineerable microbe Vibrio natriegens to separate adjacent heavy lanthanides, leap-frogging solvent extractions. However, this still leaves over 20 other critical elements that we need build microbes for. To build the basic knowledge for this, my lab has started the Microbe-Mineral Atlas to catalog metal and mineral-interacting microbes from around the US, and hopefully the world. Finally, I will discuss some of the barriers that our current model of technology transfer poses to development of new technologies, what we have done to solve this problem, and some recent successes in starting REEgen for biomining rare earth elements, and Forage Evolution to develop hyper-engineerable microbes. ================= Vivian Stojanoff, PhD Education, Training, Outreach User Program p 1(631) 344 8375 e lifescience(a)bnl.gov<mailto:lifescience@bnl.gov> w https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.bnl.gov/ps/lifesciences/__;!!G_uCfsc… <https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.bnl.gov/ps/lsbr/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!dd… > Address: Center for Biomolecular Structure National Synchrotron Light Source II Building 745 Brookhaven National Laboratory Upton NY 11973 ________________________________ To unsubscribe from the CCPEM list, click the following link: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/WA-JISC.exe?S… <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.jiscmail.ac.uk/cgi-bin/WA-JISC.exe?… >

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Senior Tenured Faculty-High Energy Density (HED) science at the University of Rochester (due Jan 15, 2026)
by Nakajima, Miki 03 Dec '25

03 Dec '25

Dear all, We are seeking candidates for a senior, tenured faculty position in High Energy Density (HED) science at the University of Rochester. For details, please see the link below. https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://apply.interfolio.com/176297__;!!G_uCfscf… Thank you, Miki -- Miki Nakajima, Ph.D. Associate Professor Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences (Primary) Department of Physics and Astronomy (Secondary) Laboratory for Laser Energetics (Secondary) University of Rochester 227 Hutchison Hall P.O. Box 270221 Rochester NY, 14627

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FORCE Seminar 12/5 Sibo Chen
by Kara Brugman 01 Dec '25

01 Dec '25

Join us for the last FORCE Seminar of the year on Friday, December 5 at noon AZ/11 am Pacific on Zoom. Incoming FORCE faculty member Sibo Chen will give a talk titled, “Tracking Hydrogen in Planetary Interiors: from the Nanometer Scale to the Planetary Scale”. Check out the attached flyer for the talk abstract and speaker bio. See the upcoming talks and past recording links below, as well as a link to our newest video and progress report. If you would like to suggest someone (including yourself) to give a future FORCE seminar, please fill out this form. FORCE Seminar Schedule Noon AZ/Pacific • September 26: Klaus-Dieter Liss, University of Tennessee Watch recording • October 23: Leah Shteynman, Arizona State University Watch recording • December 5: Sibo Chen, Arizona State University, FORCE professor starting Jan. 2026 Join Zoom Seminar recordings from past semesters can be found on YouTube. Join the FORCE mailing list here. Follow us on LinkedIn, Bluesky, and Instagram. Updated Ichiban Assembly Video Ichiban is our largest and most powerful multi-anvil press. Our 6,000-ton Kawai-type split-column multi-anvil, the first of its kind in the U.S., handles sample volumes far beyond those of traditional systems. Its unmatched capacity opens new possibilities for large-volume synthesis, advanced ƒO₂ control, and techniques requiring more material — all in a single experiment. Watch the new assembly video on YouTube Learn more about Ichiban Progress Update You can explore what’s been happening in the lab over the past year by viewing our latest progress report.

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Save the Date - Coherence 2026: June 21-25, 2026 in Madison, WI
by Joanne Stubbs 01 Dec '25

01 Dec '25

Following on the successes of previous Coherence conferences, we are pleased to announce that the Coherence 2026 conference will be held June 21-25, 2026 on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus in Madison, WI, USA. https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://go.wisc.edu/coherence2026__;!!G_uCfscf7e… <https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://go.wisc.edu/coherence2026__;!!G_uCfscf7e…> Coherence 2026 will include exciting presentations on the development of optical coherence techniques using x-rays, electrons, and extreme ultraviolet radiation and their applications across a wide range of scientific frontiers. The 2026 workshop will highlight recent developments at highly coherent X-ray sources and will focus on how coherence techniques can be brought to new scientific problems and to new scientific communities. SEES<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://seescience.org/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!bpORrVh… > (Synchrotron Earth and Environmental Science) will make funding available to assist Earth and environmental scientists with meeting costs. Details about how to request such funds will be available when registration opens in January. This is an excellent opportunity for Earth and environmental scientists interested in learning about coherence methods including those enabled by recent and upcoming upgrades to U.S. light sources. The Madison location continues the long-standing tradition of waterfront locations conducive to insightful and inspiring collegial discussions. There will also be an optional excursion during the meeting to visit the experimental facilities of the upgraded Advanced Photon Source at Argonne National Laboratory. Looking forward to seeing you in Madison! On behalf of the Coherence 2026 Local Organizing Committee, Joanne Stubbs [cid:ff4af9ee-8cc3-4287-8c03-3b8ce9fd4797]

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Postdoctoral fellow position in high pressure physics
by Bi, Wenli 13 Nov '25

13 Nov '25

Dear Colleagues, I would greatly appreciate it if you could circulate the postdoctoral fellow position in high-pressure physics at University of South Carolina. https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/196901__;!!G_uCf… Sincerely, Wenli Bi Associate Professor Department of Physics and Astronomy University of South Carolina

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ALS-U schedule impact on SEES users
by Andrew J. Campbell 12 Nov '25

12 Nov '25

Dear SEES community, SEES supports a variety of synchrotron X-ray applications at the Advanced Light Source (ALS) to support geoscience research, including: – In situ X-ray diffraction studies at high pressure and/or temperature for deep Earth and planetary studies; – Scanning transmission soft X-ray microscopy (STXM) and ptychography for low temperature geochemistry / environmental research; – New support for tomographic studies, including rock deformation applications. The ALS has recently announced its expected schedule<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://mailchi.mp/newsletter/2025-10-alsu-updat… > leading into a dark period for the ALS-U upgrade. ALS expects to host users in the 2026-1 cycle (February 2 – July 2), have a period with no user operations in 2026-2, return to user operations in the 2027-1 cycle, and then shut down for 2 years or more, beginning possibly as soon as May 2027. SEES encourages interested users to be aware of this schedule and to continue seeking experiment time at SEES-supported facilities at ALS during the 2026-1 and 2027-1 active user cycles, before the extended dark period begins. For these two cycles, beamtime requests on existing proposals are being honored but no new General User proposals will be accepted. Instead, users seeking time at ALS who do not already have active proposals are encouraged to apply through the Director’s Discretionary (DD) beamtime program in the RAPIDD system<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://als.lbl.gov/rapidd/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!fgA… >. Users should reach out to beamline staff in advance for guidance preparing RAPIDD proposals. RAPIDD proposals are best submitted well before the beginning of the run cycle, so please reach out soon for access in 2026-1. Recommended contact personnel for ALS beamlines are listed below: In situ XRD program (beamline 12.2.2): Kat Armstrong<mailto:karmstrong@lbl.gov> SYSTER program for soft X-ray applications (5.3.2, 7.0.1.2, 11.0.2.2): Lim Kang<mailto:kkang2@lbl.gov> Computed X-ray microtomography program (8.3.2): Dula Parkinson<mailto:dyparkinson@lbl.gov> or Liz Clark<mailto:ElizabethClark@lbl.gov> Best wishes, Andy ---------------------------------- Andrew Campbell SEES Director Professor, Dept. of the Geophysical Sciences University of Chicago (773) 834-1085 | acampbel(a)uchicago.edu seescience.org<https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://seescience.org__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!fgAHBS1H3… > -----------------------------------

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PNAS-Nexus call for papers on "Machine Learning and Geosciences". Deadline: March 15, 2026
by XIYUAN BAO 08 Nov '25

08 Nov '25

Dear colleagues, *PNAS Nexus*, the sister journal of *PNAS* (a gold open-access journal), has announced a call for papers for a special issue on *“Machine Learning and Geosciences.”* *No publication fees* will be charged. Submissions are welcome on the application and methodological advancement of machine learning in geosciences. The journal targets a *broad scientific audience* and encourages *interdisciplinary research with wide impact*. Accepted papers will be published online on a rolling basis. This special issue will be co-edited by* Barbara Romanowicz (UC Berkeley)* and *Xiyuan Bao (Harvard)*. The submission deadline is *March 15, 2026*. To express your interest and obtain submission instructions, please contact the editorial office at *pnasnexus.editorialoffice(a)oup.com <pnasnexus.editorialoffice(a)oup.com>*. For more details, please refer to the attached flyer or visit pnasnexus.org. We warmly welcome your submissions and would greatly appreciate your help in sharing this call with colleagues. Best, Xiyuan Bao Daly Postdoctoral Fellow Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences Harvard University

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eBERlight 101: Application of X-ray methods in biological and environmental research
by Dongzhou Zhang 04 Nov '25

04 Nov '25

Dear SEES community, I am forwarding the following workshop advertisement for Dr. Debora Meira (dmeira(a)anl.gov) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ We are pleased to announce the second workshop, “eBERlight 101: Application of X-ray methods in biological and environmental research”, to be held February 11–13, 2026, at Argonne National Laboratory. The goal is to help participants incorporate synchrotron X-ray methods into their research toolkit to study the physical and chemical properties of bioenvironmental systems, including plants, soils, and microbes. This three-day, hands-on workshop will educate the user community about the Advanced Photon Source (APS) capabilities and their applications in bioenvironmental science, with a focus on three key synchrotron-based techniques: • X-ray Computed Tomography (XCT) • X-ray Fluorescence Microscopy (XFM) • X-ray Absorption Spectroscopy (XAS) Participants will gain experience in data collection and analysis, explore sample preparation, and engage in discussions of individual projects. The program combines fundamental technique talks, scientific case studies, and hands-on sessions using facility-provided samples. Important Dates • Application opens: October 15, 2025 • Application deadline: November 14, 2025 • Notification of acceptance: December 5, 2025 • ANL visitor registration deadline: December 15, 2025 • Workshop dates: February 11–13, 2026 Apply Here<https://eberlight.aps.anl.gov/application-of-x-ray-methods-in-biological-an… > For questions, please contact us at eberlight(a)anl.gov<mailto:eberlight@anl.gov>. We look forward to welcoming you to Argonne for an engaging and collaborative learning experience! eBERlight Team

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OPEN Postdoctoral position at ANL (DAC, XPCS)
by Dongzhou Zhang 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Dear Colleagues, I am forwarding the following job advertisement for my colleague Qingteng Zhang (qzhang234(a)anl.gov) at the APS 8-ID. If you are interested in probing dynamics at high pressure conditions and are seeking postdoc position, please contact Qingteng for more information. We seek a highly motivated Postdoctoral Appointee to develop High-Pressure, High-Temperature X-ray Photon Correlation Spectroscopy (HPHT-XPCS) for probing non-Newtonian viscoelasticity under extreme conditions. Postdoc will join the Dynamics and Structure Group (DYS) within the X-ray Science Division (XSD) at the Advanced Photon Source (APS), work in a multidisciplinary team with chemists, geophysicists, and x-ray scientists, and be expected to apply the new HPHT-XPCS technique to address knowledge gaps in high-pressure science and publish the results in scientific journals. Apply here: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://argonne.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Argonne_Ca… The successful candidate will lead: * Integration of high-temperature diamond-anvil-cell (DAC) environments with Small-angle X-ray Photon Correlation Spectroscopy * Development of novel inline optics at the beamline that enables simultaneous x-ray scattering and Raman spectroscopy for high-pressure calibration, as well as on-axis microscopy The initial appointment is for two years and may be extended to a third year, contingent on performance, project progress, and funding. This is an on-site role at Argonne National Laboratory (Lemont, IL), within the X-ray Science Division (XSD) and the APS scientific user-facility. Position Requirements: * PhD completed in the past 5 years or soon-to-be completed in Geoscience, Physics, Chemistry, Materials/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering, or a related field. * Experience and knowledge in one or more of the following areas: high-pressure science, synchrotron X-ray techniques, rheology, Raman spectroscopy, and Python programming, among others. * Ability to model Argonne’s core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity, and teamwork. * Interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and ability to interact with people at all levels both within and outside the laboratory. Job Family: Postdoctoral Job Profile: Postdoctoral Appointee Worker Type: Long-Term (Fixed Term) Time Type: Full time The expected hiring range for this position: $70,758.00-$117,925.00. Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package. Click here<https://www.anl.gov/hr/healthcare-insurance > to view Argonne employee benefits! 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. Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department. 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 be 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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Re: Postdoc position in Mineralogy/Low-temp geochemistry at UMKC
by Joanne Stubbs 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

Hi Yihang, It's exciting to see you have funding for a postdoc. If you would like to also send this message to the SEES users email list you can send it to sees_users(a)millenia.cars.aps.anl.gov. It's a moderated list, so you'll get a message saying it will need to be approved, but don't worry about that - someone will approve it so it can go out to the list of about 1800 Earth and environmental science synchrotron users. Joanne ________________________________ From: Fang, Yihang via MSA-talk <msa-talk(a)minlists.org> Sent: Sunday, October 26, 2025 12:47 PM To: msa-talk(a)minlists.org <msa-talk(a)minlists.org> Subject: [MSA-talk] Postdoc position in Mineralogy/Low-temp geochemistry at UMKC Hi, The Minerals and Interfaces in Terrestrial environment High-Resolution Laboratory (MITHRIL) at the University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC) is looking to hire a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of Mineralogy and Low-temperature Geochemistry. We seek a highly motivated individual with a strong background in mineralogy, geochemistry, and X-ray/electron techniques to join the MITHRIL. The primary responsibilities are to conducting original research on either 1)the interactions of minerals and critical elements in aquatic systems; 2) geochemical impact on biominearlization process; or 3) trace element fractionation in paleoenvironmental proxies using mineral synthesis, X-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, synchrotron X-ray and complementary approaches. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent upon satisfactory performance reviews. Additiona duration (after the second year) will depende on the PI's funding situation. The proposed start date is Spring 2026 (negotiable). Detailed information on the position and the application procedure are available here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/postdoctoral-… >. Additional questions about this position can be directed to the PI, Dr. Yihang Fang, at yihang.fang(a)umkc.edu. Thank you. Yihang -- Yihang Fang Assistant Professor The Minerals and Interfaces in Terrestrial environment High-Resolution Laboratory (MITHRIL) Earth and Environmental Science, Division of Natural and Built Environment University of Missouri-Kansas City 5110 Rockhill Road, Kansas City, MO 64110 USA +1 816 235 5862 or +1 608 556 5890

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This THURSDAY: FORCE Seminar 10/23 Leah Shteynman
by Kara Brugman 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

Join us for the next FORCE Seminar on Thursday, October 23 at noon AZ/Pacific(3 pm ET) on Zoom. Leah Shteynman will give a talk titled, “From Zircon to Reidite and Back: Nanoscale Windows into Shock Metamorphism”. Check out the attached flyer for the talk abstract and speaker bio. See the upcoming talks and past recording links below, as well as a link to our newest video and progress report and a link to the 2026 Winter Workshop hotel block. If you would like to suggest someone (including yourself) to give a future FORCE seminar, please fill out this form. FORCE Seminar Schedule Noon AZ/Pacific • September 26: Klaus-Dieter Liss, University of Tennessee Watch recording • October 23 (Thursday): Leah Shteynman, Arizona State University Join Zoom • November 14: Kyusei Tsuno, Arizona State University • December 5: Sibo Chen, Arizona State University, FORCE professor starting Jan. 2026 Seminar recordings from past semesters can be found on YouTube. Join the FORCE mailing list here. Follow us on LinkedIn, Bluesky, and Instagram. Updated Ichiban Assembly Video Ichiban is our largest and most powerful multi-anvil press. Our 6,000-ton Kawai-type split-column multi-anvil, the first of its kind in the U.S., handles sample volumes far beyond those of traditional systems. Its unmatched capacity opens new possibilities for large-volume synthesis, advanced ƒO₂ control, and techniques requiring more material — all in a single experiment. Watch the new assembly video on YouTube Learn more about Ichiban FORCE Winter Workshop The 4th FORCE Winter Workshop on Recent Advances in High Pressure Research will be held in person at Arizona State University, in the Bateman Physical Sciences F-Wing (PSF), from Wednesday through Friday, January 7–9, 2026. Stay tuned for speaker announcements and registration details. Reserve your hotel room here: bit.ly/FORCEww26hotel Progress Update You can explore what’s been happening in the lab over the past year by viewing our latest progress report.

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REMINDER APS Proposal Deadline 2026-1, October 22, 2pm (CDT)
by Antonio Lanzirotti 13 Oct '25

13 Oct '25

Dear SEES Users: [Front of Advanced Photon Source Building] A Reminder to All Interested SEES Users that the Deadline for APS Proposals and Experiment Time Requests for Run Cycle 2026-1 is Wed. Oct 22nd at 2:00 PM (Chicago time) Submit new general user proposals or time requests against existing proposals (ETR's) using the Universal Proposal System: https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ups.servicenowservices.com/ups__;!!G_uCf… All SEES beamlines at the APS (Sector 13, 3-ID, 6-BM-B) will be accepting general user proposals. Stations 13-ID-C and 13-ID-D are accepting proposals, but remain in scientific commissioning for 2026-1. Users submitting new proposals are strongly encouraged to reach out not beamline staff before submission to evaluate any feasibility questions. Helpful Tips to Submit a Proposal: Using the Universal Proposal System<https://www.aps.anl.gov/Users-Information/About-Proposals/using-the-UPS > Universal Proposal System Video Tutorial<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MiRB3it9CYI__;!!… > Registering as an APS User<https://beam.aps.anl.gov/pls/apsweb/ufr_main_pkg.usr_start_page > -- Dr. Antonio Lanzirotti, Ph.D. Research Professor / GSECARS Director The University of Chicago - CARS 9700 S. Cass Ave., Bldg. 434A Lemont, IL 60439 mailto: lanzirotti(a)uchicago.edu<mailto:lanzirotti@uchicago.edu> https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://gsecars.uchicago.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!ck…

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Flying High at SES!
by Tappero, Ryan 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

POSTERS... Expect a vibrant 'poster sesh' at the 8th SES! Wang Center at SBU has an awesome setup where the posters hang down from the ceiling (pics below). It will be a total blast and great opportunity to share your cool science with the Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Science community! [cid:1b8132b2-826e-4a14-97ec-2be4a5202964] SES abstracts are due 31-July. ________________________________ From: Tappero, Ryan <rtappero(a)bnl.gov> Sent: Tuesday, July 8, 2025 11:24 AM To: Tappero, Ryan <rtappero(a)bnl.gov> Subject: Abstracts due 31-July for the 8th Synchrotron Environmental Science Symposium! Dear Friends, We are pleased to announce the 8th Synchrotron Environmental Science (SES) Symposium, which will be held at Stony Brook University from September 29 – October 1, 2025.! [Graphical user interface, website AI-generated content may be incorrect.] This symposium will unite leading experts in synchrotron research and environmental science to foster dialogue, collaboration, and innovation. The 8th SES Symposium focuses on the complex interplay amongst and between hydrologic, geomorphic, geochemical, and biological processes and how this dynamic near-surface environment responds to change. Topics will include problems of high societal impact within research focused on the “Critical Zone”, hydrologic cycle, soil science and ecology, geochemistry, geomicrobiology, and critical elements. This year’s program features a diverse array of invited and contributed talks, updates on cutting-edge facilities, a sponsor banquet, an exclusive tour of NSLS-II beamlines, a vibrant poster session, and exhibits highlighting new technologies and instrumentation. Important Dates: March 31 Registration opens July 31 Deadline to submit an abstract September 12 Deadline to register For further information, please visit the symposium website<https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://urldefense.us/v3/__http:/*www.bnl.gov/s… >. ************************************************************************************ Cheers, Ryan XFM beamline (NSLS-II)

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This Friday: FORCE Seminar 9/26 Klaus-Dieter Liss
by Kara Brugman 23 Sep '25

23 Sep '25

Join us for the next FORCE Seminar of the semester, this Friday, September 26 at noon AZ/Pacific (3 pm ET) on Zoom. Klaus-Dieter Liss will give a talk titled, “Metals under extremes: Characterization, physical behavior and structural design under high pressure and after high-pressure torsion processing”. Check out the attached flyer for the talk abstract and Dr. Liss's bio. See the upcoming talks and past recording links below, as well as a link to our newest video and progress report. If you would like to suggest someone (including yourself) to give a future FORCE seminar, please fill out this form. FORCE Seminar Schedule Noon AZ/Pacific • September 26: Klaus-Dieter Liss, University of Tennessee Join Zoom • October 23 (Thursday): Leah Shteynman, Arizona State University • November 14: Kyusei Tsuno, Arizona State University • December 5: Sibo Chen, Arizona State University, FORCE professor starting Jan. 2026 Seminar recordings from past semesters can be found on YouTube. Join the FORCE mailing list here. Follow us on LinkedIn, Bluesky, and Instagram. Updated Ichiban Assembly Video Ichiban is our largest and most powerful multi-anvil press. Our 6,000-ton Kawai-type split-column multi-anvil, the first of its kind in the U.S., handles sample volumes far beyond those of traditional systems. Its unmatched capacity opens new possibilities for large-volume synthesis, advanced ƒO₂ control, and techniques requiring more material — all in a single experiment. Watch the new assembly video on YouTube Learn more about Ichiban FORCE Winter Workshop The 4th FORCE Winter Workshop on Recent Advances in High Pressure Research will be held in person at Arizona State University, in the Bateman Physical Sciences F-Wing (PSF), from Wednesday through Friday, January 7–9, 2026. Stay tuned for speaker announcements and registration details. Progress Update You can explore what’s been happening in the lab over the past year by viewing our latest progress report.

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postdoctoral fellowship
by Lily Thompson 23 Sep '25

23 Sep '25

**apologies for cross-posting** Dear colleagues, I am hiring a postdoc to participate in high-pressure mineral physics research and mentor undergraduate researchers. Additionally, the postdoctoral fellow will teach a reduced course load as the instructor of record. This unique hybrid position provides an opportunity to gain teaching experience and explore the unique opportunities of working in a liberal arts college while enabling the fellow to maintain the research productivity necessary to stay competitive across the job market. This position has been funded by the NSF for 2 years. *Position Overview:* The postdoctoral fellow will participate in experimental and computational high-pressure research efforts commensurate with their experience, including high-pressure diamond anvil cell experiments (X-ray diffraction and FTIR spectroscopy) and ab initio calculations using Quantum ESPRESSO, with the expectation of contributing to peer-reviewed publications. The postdoctoral fellow will be financially supported to present their work at national scientific conferences. The postdoctoral fellow will teach a reduced load under the PI’s mentorship, consisting of Introduction to Physical Geology (lecture and lab) in the fall term and a special topics lecture course of the fellow's choosing in the spring term. The PI will provide all course materials for Introduction to Physical Geology, so that the fellow can adjust to balancing their teaching and research obligations. Additional questions about this position can be directed to the project PI, Dr. Lily Thompson, at ecthomps(a)sewanee.edu. *Attributes of a Successful Candidate* - Must have a Ph.D. in Geoscience, Earth and Planetary Science, Physics, Chemistry, Material Science, or a closely related field by the beginning of the appointment, July 1st, 2026. - This position requires previous experience in high-pressure research with diamond anvil cells. Experience using synchrotron facilities is preferred. - This position requires the ability to work independently, guide undergraduate researchers, and collaborate productively to meet research deadlines. - No previous teaching experience required. *Instructions:* For full consideration, please submit an application at https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://jobs.sewanee.edu__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!cL_4BN… by Nov. 15, 2025. Applicants must submit - CV - Cover letter - Names of three people who have agreed to submit a letter of recommendation on your behalf. Letters of recommendation will be requested of applicants who proceed to the semi-finalist stage of the process. Thank you, Lily -- *Dr. Elizabeth (Lily) Thompson* Associate Professor of Geology Chair of the Dept. of Earth & Environmental Systems The University of the South 131 Alabama Ave, Sewanee, TN 37375 931-598-3321 website <https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://sites.google.com/sewanee.edu/mineralphys… >

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Tenured/Tenure-Track faculty Position in Experimental Rock Deformation, TAMU
by Zhang, Jin 17 Sep '25

17 Sep '25

Dear colleagues, The Department of Geology and Geophysics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Texas A&M University is seeking applicants for a full-time 9-month position at the rank of either Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Associate Professor (tenured) in Experimental Rock Deformation. The successful applicant will establish an active research program in the Department of Geology and Geophysics and the Center for Tectonophysics. We seek applicants whose interests enhance and broaden our existing strengths in rock deformation, tectonics, and multidisciplinary studies of natural systems. We are particularly interested in individuals who creatively combine experimental rock deformation with observational and theoretical approaches to explore the rheology of the lower crust and mantle. The successful applicant will lead a vibrant, cutting-edge research program that leverages existing strengths of the Department of Geology & Geophysics, while expanding our reach into national and international-scale initiatives. The successful candidate would be expected to take advantage of extensive facilities at the John Handin Laboratory for Experimental Rock Deformation in the Center for Tectonophysics, and can use other instrumentation of the department and university (e.g., Materials Characterization Facility; Microscopy and Imaging Center). The anticipated starting date is Fall 2026 semester. The successful candidate is expected to establish and maintain an independent and externally funded research program and contribute to transformative teaching and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate will also conduct service activities in the Department, College, University, and national and international professional communities, and participate in outreach activities. Texas A&M University is a Hispanic-serving, land-, sea-, and space-grant university, located at the center of the Bryan/College Station metro area with a dynamic and international community of over 270,000 people. Information about the Department of Geology & Geophysics can be found at: https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://artsci.tamu.edu/geology-geophysics__;!!G_… . Qualifications A Ph.D in Geology, Geophysics, or related research discipline is required. Application Instructions Application reviews will begin on November 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants must apply through the Texas A&M University faculty job board hosted by Interfolio at https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://apply.interfolio.com/174008__;!!G_uCfscf… and upload the following: 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Personal statement to include philosophy and plans for teaching, research, and service. 4. Contact information for at least 3 references to solicit letters of recommendation Questions can be sent to the attention of Dr. Hiroko Kitajima (kitaji(a)tamu.edu) Department of Geology and Geophysics, Texas A&M University, Search Committee Chair. The University is aware that attracting and retaining exceptional faculty often depends on meeting the needs of two careers and therefore has a Dual Career Program. Feel free to contact me or the search committee chair Dr. Hiroko Kitajima (kitaji(a)tamu.edu) if you have any questions! - Dr. Jin Zhang (张瑾) She/her/hers Associate Professor Rosie M. and Murray D. Page Geology & Geophysics Endowed Professorship Department of Geology and Geophysics Texas A&M University Halbouty 157 3115 TAMU College Station, TX 77843 Phone: 979-845-4959 Email: jinzhang(a)tamu.edu

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National Postdoc Appreciation Week: Meet Our SEES Postdocs
by Emily Padston 15 Sep '25

15 Sep '25

Celebrating Our SEES Postdocs Happy National Postdoc Appreciation Week! We’re proud to highlight our postdocs and share a glimpse of the people behind the research. Learn more about each of them below. [Dr. Qi Chen] Dr. Qi Chen Advanced Photon Source - Argonne National Laboratory Mentor: Dr. Yanbin Wang (GSECARS) Research Focus: I study the chemical and physical properties of aqueous fluids and silicate melts at depth—and how these processes concentrate metals into mineral deposits. Method-wise, I integrate high-pressure/temperature experimental petrology with isotope geochemistry, in-situ synchrotron X-ray techniques, and ex-situ chemical analyses. I’m especially interested in how volatiles and noble gases behave in the deep Earth. Right now I’m developing in-situ falling-sphere measurements to track the viscosity of fluids and melts directly under crust-mantle relevant conditions. What excites me is turning our measurements into constraints that actually move geodynamic and ore-forming models forward. Highlight: I built an in-situ viscosity–structure pipeline across complementary systems. For aqueous fluids, I used a hydrothermal diamond anvil cell (HDAC) to measure viscosity and collect spectroscopic constraints over oceanic-crust P–T conditions. For dry and hydrous silicate melts, I combined a multi-anvil press with synchrotron X-ray diagnostics and in-situ falling-sphere tracking: (i) diopside compositions at mantle pressures and temperatures, and (ii) an andesite project spanning crustal–upper-mantle conditions. Together, these datasets sharpen constraints on volatile transport and melt mobility at depth. Outside the Lab: Trail running [Dr. Edwin Rivas Meraz] Dr. Edwin Rivas Meraz University of Minnesota - Twin Cities Advanced Light Source - Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory Mentors: Dr. Brandy Toner (UMN) and Dr. David Shapiro (ALS-LBL) Research Focus: My research investigates how iron sulfide mineral oxidation in Prairie Pothole Region pond sediments interacts with natural organic matter to generate greenhouse gases such as carbon dioxide and methane. Highlight: I had the opportunity to travel and share my research July 2025 at the Goldschmidt International Geochemistry Conference in Prague, Czechia. I was able to meet and connect with geochemists from around the world and learn about research that is going on at the forefront of our field. Outside the Lab: While I very much enjoy traveling to different cities and countries or hiking as time (and budget) allows, a lot of my time outside of the lab is spent cooking or baking something I find online and suddenly start craving. [Dr. Maksim Yakovlev] Dr. Maksim Yakovlev Advanced Photon Source - Argonne National Laboratory Mentor: Dr. Mark Rivers (GSECARS) Research Focus: I use synchrotron micro-computed tomography (micro-CT) to generate 3D datasets of geological samples under extreme pressures and temperatures. By correcting motion artifacts, my work makes it possible to better visualize and analyze processes related to magma formation and evolution. I also develop semi-automated segmentation pipelines based on random forest classifier machine learning models for complex geological micro-CT images, allowing easier visualization and quantitative analysis of datasets that are challenging to analyze manually. Other user support I perform includes design and integration of various components for triaxial cells and the micro-CT apparatus, as well as providing instruction and assistance for user groups coming to GSECARS to acquire micro-CT data. Highlight: When my motion artifact correction pipeline was applied to high pressure and temperature micro-CT scans taken at GSECARS for the study of degassing in magma forming processes, we were able to resolve features that were previously unseen due to the amount of unintended motion in the system during scans. Although GSECARS and the user group had already seen volumes within the images that appeared to be the gas bubbles of interest, the newly observed features were less absorbing than the volumes originally investigated, indicating that these new features were actually most likely to be gas. This finding has shifted the volumetric analysis to these new gas volumes, which, as expected, increase in number and volume as pressure is taken off the system. Outside the Lab: I enjoy many things, but some of my favorites are running, reading medieval Norse literature, lifting weights, hiking, archery, brewing mead, and rock climbing. [Dr. Bin Zhao] Dr. Bin Zhao Advanced Photon Source - Argonne National Laboratory Mentor: Dr. Dongzhou Zhang (GSECARS) Research Focus: My research focuses on the physical properties of minerals, such as structure, phase transition, and electrical conductivity. With these properties, we can better understand how the Earth has evolved so far, and what is happening in the deep interior. Highlight: At GSECARS, we successfully determined Si isotope fractionation among mantle minerals and used the results to discuss the source of natural ocean island basalts that contain isotropically lighter Si. Outside the Lab: I love reading and hiking when I have free time. Thank you to our postdocs for their contributions to science and for being such an important part of our community!

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51 Pegasi b Fellowship at Northwestern — Now Accepting Applications
by Elvira Mulyukova 03 Sep '25

03 Sep '25

Hello, Can you please help spread the word about this opportunity at Northwestern University? Thank you! Elvira ------------------------------------------------------------ Dr. Elvira Mulyukova<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://sites.northwestern.edu/elviramulyukova/_… > Department of Earth & Planetary Sciences<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.earth.northwestern.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf… > Northwestern University<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.northwestern.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!d… > [https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://mcusercontent.com/e014572caa711ef024f796… ]<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/opportunities/51-… > Northwestern University is excited to be a host institution for the Heising-Simons Foundation’s 51 Pegasi b Fellowship<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://heisingsimons.app.box.com/s/y8jg5tbsbd13… >. Fellows can collaborate on planetary astronomy research and can benefit from affiliation with both CIERA<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS… > and the Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.earth.northwestern.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf… >. The 2025/2026 application cycle is open until October 3, 2025. The fellowship provides an opportunity for recent doctoral scientists to develop innovative instrumentation or to conduct novel theoretical and observational research in planetary astronomy. Planetary astronomy brings together research efforts of two fields—planetary science and astronomy—to characterize planetary systems. The fellowship supports postdoctoral fellows to advance our fundamental understanding of exoplanets, solar system science, planet formation and evolution, planetary atmospheres, protoplanetary disks, or other closely related topics. The fellowship recognizes early-career investigators of significant potential and provides them with the opportunity to conduct independent research. Each recipient will receive a three-year grant of up to $450,000 to cover salary, benefits, highly-flexible discretionary spending related to the work (e.g., travel, family care, moving expenses, research equipment, personal computers, etc.), and indirect costs. Awarded postdoctoral fellows are expected to carry out a strong, coherent research program in planetary astronomy. Assuming satisfactory progress, fellows may apply for a fourth year of funding. The Foundation anticipates awarding six to eight fellowships each year. The Heising-Simons Foundation is dedicated to fostering an environment that embraces and celebrates a wide range of perspectives. We welcome applications from individuals whose backgrounds are underrepresented in planetary astronomy, and whose innovative ideas can have catalytic impacts on the field. The 51 Pegasi b 2025/2026 application period is now open. Applicants will be notified about the status of their applications by mid-February Eligibility Criteria * Applicants may come from any academic institution or research lab, both nationally and internationally. * Applicants are not required to have U.S. citizenship; however, all visa and work permit paperwork is the responsibility of the fellow and host institution. * Applicants must have received a doctoral degree in astronomy, physics, earth and planetary sciences, chemistry, mathematics, engineering, or a related discipline. Doctoral degrees must be awarded after January 1, 2024 and before December 31, 2026. Exceptions for family/personal or other reasons may be granted in certain circumstances. To request an exception, please email science(a)hsfoundation.org<mailto:science@hsfoundation.org>. * 51 Pegasi b Fellowship research must be pursued at one of the 28 following participating institutions. If you have any questions about research collaborations, faculty mentors, resources at these host institutions, etc., please contact the people listed here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://public.boxcloud.com/api/2.0/files/191000… >. Research Opportunities at Northwestern Northwestern University is home to a broad range of Solar System and exoplanet science in both theory and observation. Fellows have the opportunity to collaborate faculty including Daniel Lecoanet (astrophysical and geophysical fluid dynamics), Yoram Lithwick (planet formation and dynamics), Elvira Mulyukova (dynamics of rocky planets and icy satellites), Giles Novak (formation of stars and planets; instrumentation), Maggie Osburn (geobiology and astrobiology), Fred Rasio (dynamics and planet formation), Mel Ulmer (deformable mirror technology and exoplanet imaging), Suzan van der Lee (planetary interiors), and Jason Wang (exoplanet imaging and instrumentation). Fellows at Northwestern can be based either out of or affiliated with the Center for Interdisciplinary Exploration and Research in Astrophysics (CIERA)<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS… > which connects all researchers in the area of planetary astronomy. Fellows can be lead investigators for telescope time through CIERA<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://sites.northwestern.edu/cieraobserving/ab… >, which includes both Keck and MMT observatories. CIERA also provides access to high performance computing clusters<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/high-performance-… >. Fellows have the opportunity to mentor students from a variety of backgrounds through the REU<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/programs/reu/__;!… >, REACH<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/programs/reach/__… >, and Illinois Space Grant<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://physics.northwestern.edu/undergraduate/r… > programs, take professional development workshops such as RCTP<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/programs/rctp/__;… > and mentorship training<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/programs/mentorsh… >, and lead outreach efforts<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/outreach/__;!!G_u… > with communities in the greater Chicagoland area. If you have any questions about Northwestern-specific aspects of the fellowship, please contact CIERA Professor Jason Wang<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://ciera.northwestern.edu/directory/jason-w… >. To learn more about review criteria, application materials, and frequently asked questions, please visit the Heising-Simons Foundation application page<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://heisingsimons.app.box.com/s/y8jg5tbsbd13… >. Information about benefits at Northwestern University can be found here<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://hr.northwestern.edu/benefits/postdoc-ben… >. APPLY HERE<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://webportalapp.com/sp/login/51pegasibfello… >

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Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity in Mineral Physics study of exoplanets at ASU (51 Pegasi b Fellowship)
by Sang-Heon Shim 28 Aug '25

28 Aug '25

Dear Colleagues, If you are seeking exciting postdoctoral opportunities in planetary astronomy, planetary interiors, or mineral physics of exoplanets and solar system bodies, we invite you to consider applying for the Heising-Simons Foundation 51 Pegasi b Postdoctoral Fellowship (https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.hsfoundation.org/programs/science/51… ). The School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) at Arizona State University is an eligible host institution. This fellowship is comparable to the NSF and NASA postdoctoral programs, and this will be our third year of participation. In just the past two years, SESE has successfully hosted four 51 Pegasi b Fellows, highlighting our strong research environment for early-career scientists. Key details: * Application deadline: October 3, 2025 * Eligibility: Applicants must have earned their PhD on or after January 1, 2024, and must be within 2 years post-PhD at the fellowship start date (Fall 2026). At ASU, our group leads four NSF- and NASA-funded projects on the physics and chemistry of planetary interiors and atmospheres, spanning both exoplanets and solar system planets (https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.danshimlab.info__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!cqc… )<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.danshimlab.info)/__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!c… >. Recent publications include: * PNAS (2023)<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.2309786120… > * Nature Astronomy (2021)<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.nature.com/articles/s41550-021-01368… > * Planetary Science Journal (2023)<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.3847/PSJ/a… > We welcome inquiries from potential applicants and encourage you to reach out if you are interested in applying through ASU/SESE as your host institution. Please also feel free to share this opportunity with colleagues and networks. Thanks, Dan Shim

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SEES Staff Opportunity at Stanford University
by Webb, Samuel M. 25 Aug '25

25 Aug '25

Dear SEES Community – Please see the following opportunity at Stanford University for a SEES Staff Research Scientist. Working Title: Staff Research Scientist Classification Title: Academic Staff, Researcher, Engineering To Apply: Send email with CV and cover letter to Dr. Sam Webb (samwebb at slac.stanford.edu) Due Date: September 8, 2025; 11:59 PM PDT Stanford University is seeking an Academic Staff, Research Engineer within the Department of Earth Systems Science. The position will work closely with the Stanford Synchrotron Radiation Lightsource (SSRL, a Directorate of SLAC, and a national research facility for scientific applications in synchrotron radiation) with the goal of enhancing support and increase scientific throughput for synchrotron users through partnership with the NSF funded SEES (Synchrotron Earth and Environmental Science) Program. SEES will develop, manage, operate, and support user access to U.S. synchrotron-based experimental and analytical capabilities necessary to advance Earth and environmental sciences. SEES will enable cutting-edge research and train the next generation of scientists with a focus on generating new understanding of the Earth System and environmental material properties, processes, and behavior under the full range of conditions found on and within the Earth, from the atmosphere to the deepest interior. SEES will provide expanded access and support for the Earth and environmental science community at beamlines across the DOE User Facility Complex. SEES will place emphasis on collaborating with and expanding the Earth system and environmental science synchrotron community. It will also conduct a significant portfolio of education and outreach activities, working collaboratively with education and outreach programs at synchrotron light sources. The successful candidate will possess strong methodological, scientific, and technical skills in micro-x-ray fluorescence imaging (•-XRF) and x-ray absorption spectroscopy (XAS). The Stanford-SEES program seeks to sustain and enhance the general user program through excellent support, training, and dissemination. The Stanford Earth System Scientist Research Scientist will work substantially at SSRL/SLAC and will provide beginning to end support for the Earth system and environmental sciences users at the high demand beam line operations of XAS and •-XRF Imaging. This beginning to end support will entail working with NSF-funded geoscience users throughout their entire synchrotron experience, including the crafting and submission of beamtime proposals, experimental and data collection assistance, data processing and analysis, and publication of results. •-XRF facilities at SSRL include a number of beam lines that enable research in wide number of research areas, with a particular focus on geological, environmental, chemical, and materials sciences. The beamlines together support a wide range of overlapping spatial and energy resolutions and necessitate a highly varied approach to instrumentation, sample environment, data acquisition, and analysis. The beam line facilities are made available to a national and international scientific user community, with SSRL staff providing scientific and technical support in their use. The activities within this opening will be dedicated towards enhancing the scientific user community whose research is closely aligned with the Division of Earth Sciences (EAR) within NSF and will include technological and methodological development, user-engagement and support and training and dissemination. Your specific responsibilities include: * Work as part of the •-XRF/XAS team to provide specialized technical and methodological support for beamline developments and scientific user research. * Independently provide training and experiment support on the use of these beam lines, including instrumentation and software, for external scientific users. * Provide guidance to scientific users in designing optimized data collection during experiments, a significant part of which is expected to be managed through remote-access approaches. * Contribute to the definition, design, construction, and commissioning of in-hutch instrumentation, for example in-hutch optics systems; sample cells/environments ranging from cryogenic to high temperatures, and/or manipulation of complex bespoke chambers for anoxic, or controlled humidity environments. * Collaborate with other SEES staff at other supported facilities to maximize the user experience for all NSF-EAR users. * Work occasional evenings and weekends as part of the on-call user support program. * Other duties may also be assigned. * Develop a robust training and dissemination program that will lower the barrier to entry for synchrotron-based spectroscopy and imaging experiments for geological and environmental users. * Routinely develop and execute research projects with novice EAR-NSF researchers. To be successful in this position you will bring: * A Ph.D. in geological or environmental sciences with strong focus on synchrotron-based imaging and spectroscopy techniques. * Direct experience and knowledge of synchrotron radiation x-ray absorption spectroscopy beam lines. * At least 4 years of post-doctoral experience in development and/or application of synchrotron-based •-XRF and XAS to geological and environmental research. * Demonstrated excellence in teaching, training and dissemination and translational user-support activities at a synchrotron facility. * Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communications skills. * Demonstrated strong ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of scientists, technical staff and user groups; to work well in a team; as well as ability to take individual independent initiative, all in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Stanford ESS/SLAC employee competencies: * Effective Decisions: Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. * Self-Development: Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing. * Dependability: Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes. * Initiative: Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward. * Adaptability: Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes. * Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages. * Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals. Physical requirements and working conditions: * Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job. Work Standards: * Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations. * Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety, and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. * Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://adminguide.stanford.edu__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!…

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SEES Website and Mailing List Maintenance
by Charlie Smith 21 Aug '25

21 Aug '25

Dear SEES Community, Please note that the SEES website and mailing list will be offline on August 25-26 for maintenance. Charles M Smith Senior Systems Administrator The University of Chicago CARS (630) 252-0458

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Submit abstract to MR001 session at upcoming AGU Fall Meeting at New Orleans in Dec. 2025
by Arthur Haozhe Liu 15 Aug '25

15 Aug '25

Submit an Abstract to this Session<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://agu.confex.com/agu/agu25/mr/papers/index… > MR001: Advanced Experimental Analytical Approaches in Exploring Planetary Interiors https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://agu.confex.com/agu/agu25/prelim.cgi/Sess… Deadline: July 30, 2025 Recent advancements in experimental techniques now enable in situ investigations of mineral properties under extreme pressure and temperature conditions, providing unprecedented access to the complex environments of planetary deep interiors. Historically, groundbreaking scientific discoveries have long been driven by experimental innovations, particularly those involving advanced detector technologies that have achieved remarkable enhancements in spatial and temporal resolution over the past few years. Especially state-of-the-art large-area hybrid pixel photon-counting detectors offer exceptional signal-to-noise ratios, rapid data acquisition, and operational efficiency tailored to synchrotron-based applications. These advancements promise transformative improvements across diverse researches on diffraction, scattering, spectroscopy, and imaging. This session invites contributions that showcase cutting-edge developments in both static and dynamic compression experimental methodologies, and novel analytical approaches for probing the physical and chemical properties of materials. By bridging experimental breakthroughs with planetary science, this session aims to deepen our understanding of the evolution, structure, and dynamic processes governing planetary systems. Confirmed invited speakers: Mark Rivers (GSECARS/APS, University of Chicago, USA) Bjoern Winkler (Goethe University in Frankfurt, Germany) Wenge Yang (HPSTAR, China) Co-Conveners: Lisa Luhongwang Liu (SHARPS, China) Haozhe Liu (HPSTAR, China) Ricardo do Reis (SIRIUS, LNLS, Brazil) Saori Kawaguchi-Imada (DECTRIS, Japan)

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Frontiers and Opportunities in the Earth, Environmental, and Planetary Sciences Workshop
by Tappero, Ryan 13 Aug '25

13 Aug '25

Dear SEES community, Do you have ideas for a New Beamline? NSLS-II is currently accepting beamline proposals for the NEXT-III project BNL | NSLS-II | Beamline Development<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.bnl.gov/nsls2/beamline-development.p… >. In support of this effort, we will be hosting a series of strategic planning workshops in Fall 2025, including the "Frontiers and Opportunities in the Earth, Environmental and Planetary Sciences Workshop" (Oct 2-3), which is nested with the 8th Synchrotron Environmental Science Symposium (https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.bnl.gov/ses-symposium__;!!G_uCfscf7eW… <https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://www.bnl.gov/ses-symposium__;!!G_uCfscf7eW… >). To learn more about the past strategic planning workshops and community input, please visit the 2019 Workshop on Exploring New Science Frontiers at NSLS-II<https://urldefense.us/v3/__https://www.bnl.gov/newscience2019/__;!!G_uCfscf… >. Great if folks attending SES-2025 can stick around and provide community input. More details for the 2025 Workshop Series available soon. Kind regards, Ryan Tappero NSLS-II

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