Job Description

Harwell Science and Innovation Campus, Oxfordshire

Full time / Flexible hours considered.

About Us

Diamond Light Source is the UK\'s national synchrotron source and a leading scientific facility of its type in the world. Located on the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in South Oxfordshire, we enable cutting edge research across a broad range of scientific disciplines and industrial applications.

About the Role

The XPDF (I15-1) Beamline at Diamond Light Source is the first dedicated X-ray Pair Distribution Function instrument of its kind in Europe. This beamline performs experiments to study the local structure of materials from a vast range of scientific fields such as catalysis, energy materials, and pharmaceuticals. The beamline has recently received a major upgrade with a high-throughput robotic sample changer and a bespoke optimised detector which is currently undergoing commissioning.

We are seeking a Beamline Scientist with a strong background in local structure analysis and experience with PDF analysis software, such as PDFgui, DiffPy-CMI, TOPAS, RMCProfile, EPSR or Dissolve. The scientist is expected to contribute to the technical development of the beamline, assist in the installation and commissioning of beamline components, to provide user support, and to carry out research in areas relevant to the beamline.

About You

You should have a PhD degree in chemistry, physics, materials science, or related fields.

You will also require the following.

• Experience with synchrotron diffraction and total scattering methods are essential.
• A demonstrated independent research program and prior experience of supporting research at a facility are desirable.

Preference will be given to candidates with a research background in energy materials, in particular battery research.

Benefits

Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus 13 days of statutory and company holidays and 2 annual volunteering days, along with flexible working hours and an excellent pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.

To Apply

Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.

The closing date for applications is 3rd September 2021 with interviews scheduled for the 14th September 2023.

\xc2\xa334,642 to \xc2\xa340,754 per annum, dependent upon skills and experience

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