Associate Staff Scientist – MFX Instrument Scientist

About the role

The Associate Staff Scientist will join the LCLS Biological Sciences Department within the Science Research and Development Division. The position combines user support, scientific software development, computational methods, data science, scientific outreach, community engagement, and collaborative research.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative approaches that improve the robustness, reliability, efficiency, data quality, scientific productivity, and the overall user experience.
• Develop and deploy advanced computational tools and workflows for structural biology experiments, including automated data processing, real-time experiment feedback, data visualization, artificial intelligence enabled analysis, and data-driven experimental strategies.
• Contribute to the shaping of the next generation of structural biology capabilities at LCLS by integrating advances in computation, automation, machine learning, and data science into beamline operations and user workflows.
• Support experiment planning, execution, and analysis while driving technical innovation that enhances LCLS capabilities.
• Disseminate scientific results through peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations, workshops, invited talks, and community engagement activities.

Requirements

• PhD in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Bioengineering, Computational Biology, Chemistry, or related field.
• Experience in structural biology research at x-ray sources.
• Hands-on experience with X-ray spectroscopy and/or X-ray diffraction techniques.
• Demonstrated record of scientific productivity through peer-reviewed publications.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.
• Experience working at X-ray free-electron laser or synchrotron radiation facilities.
• Experience with serial crystallography for biology and chemistry.
• Background in studies of redox-active biological or chemical systems.
• Scripting and data analysis skills (Python, MATLAB).

Qualifications

• 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.

Skills

• 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.

Benefits

SLAC is an E-Verify employer. As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identify Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication.

Pay

Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The position offers a flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the individual and the lab.