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_u... > (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_uCfsc... > (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!chJZBnQABU9... > (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!chJZBnQA... >. * 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/beamli... 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@uchicago.edu seescience.org<https://urldefense.us/v3/__http://seescience.org__;!!G_uCfscf7eWS!chJZBnQABU... > -----------------------------------