Instrument Scientist for Neutron Beam Techniques within the Radiation Science and Engineering Center at the Pennsylvania State University
Core
Maintain and utilize the PSU-SANS (Very Small Angle Neutron Scattering) facility for studies on soft condensed matter systems.
Role type
Instrument/Data Scientist (Neutron Beam Techniques)
Builds
Research studies on soft condensed matter systems using SANS
Domain
Nuclear physics / Neutron scattering / Soft condensed matter
Deliverable
research
Required skills
PhD in physical science or engineering, experimental skills, scattering techniques, computer simulation
Preferred skills
experience with soft condensed matter systems
Technologies
SANS, Penn State Breazeale Reactor (PSBR), gamma irradiation facilities, Neutron Beam Laboratory, Hot Cells, Radionuclear Applications Laboratory
Responsibilities
Maintain the PSU-SANS facility, utilize the facility for research studies, support research utilizing other RSEC facilities
Seniority
Senior, research track (Assistant/Associate Research Professor)