Overview: The Large Scale Structures Group in the Neutron Scattering Division (NSD) has an immediate opening for a computational instrument scientist for small-angle neutron scattering. Applications are sought from highly creative and motivated individuals with demonstrated skills/experience in small-angle scattering methods and software development who will join the interdisciplinary team of instrument scientists that support the General Purpose Small-Angle Neutrons Scattering (GP-SANS) and Biology Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (Bio-SANS) instruments at the High Flux Isotope Reactor (HFIR) and the Extended Q-range Small-Angle Neutron Scattering (EQ-SANS) and the Time-of-Flight Ultra-Small Angle Neutron Scattering (ToF-USANS) instruments at the Spallation Neutron Source (SNS). Additional information and specifications for these instruments may be found on the following ORNL Neutron Sciences websites: https://neutrons.ornl.gov/gpsans; https://neutrons.ornl.gov/biosans; https://neutrons.ornl.gov/eqsans; and https://neutrons.ornl.gov/usans. In this position, you will emphasize developing software that enables users of the instruments in the suite and the staff that support them to reduce and analyze their data. In addition to developing workflows for streamlining common tasks, you will have the opportunity to engage with users and staff to develop new ways for working with their data that enable them to more effectively translate their measurements into knowledge. Possible developments include analysis of data from multimodal experiments and improved visualization tools for data reduction and analysis. Persons interested implementing machine learning methods to smoothly integrate data acquisition, reduction and analysis for “smart experiments are strongly encouraged to apply. You will also have the opportunity to pursue your own scientific interests using the neutron scattering instruments at SNS and HFIR. Major duties and Responsibilities include: You will interact with members of both the Large Scale Structures Group and the Research Software Engineering Group to Work with staff to define requirements for software for data reduction, analysis and modeling software, refine the requirements and work closely with the software engineers to realize new ideas as sustainable software products for the user community Develop documentation and tutorials for data acquisition, reduction and analysis for users Participate in instrument upgrade projects by defining requirements for software for data reduction, analysis and modeling Triage and prioritize issues and bugs reported by users and staff Communicate software development activities of the Research Software Engineering Group to the instrument teams in the suite You will support the User Program by Serving as an integral member of the instrument team Assisting users of the instruments in the suite with data reduction, analysis and modeling Working with the team to develop enhanced data analysis capabilities Attracting new users to the SNS and HFIR, such as in collaborations related to your own research interest, to expand the user community and the impact of the Neutron Scattering Division Assisting users in beam time proposal development Providing support to assigned users as a local contact at a level compatible with other responsibilities, which includes: Training users to use the instruments Acting as the go-to person for these users (providing needed information, supporting users with computing needs, identifying how (or who) to address experimental issues) Addressing computing needs during experiments Pursue a high-quality personal research program based on small-angle neutron scattering, which includes building national and international collaborations, and publishing research results in scientific journals. Ensure an inclusive work environment for a diverse community of users, staff, postdocs, and students. Comply with environment, safety, health, and quality program requirements. As a member of the ORNL scientific community, you will commit to ORNL's Research Code of Conduct. Our full code of conduct and a statement by the Lab Director's office can be found here: https://www.ornl.gov/content/research-integrity. This position requires that you successfully complete required training, including radiological training. Basic Qualifications: Ph.D. in Physics, Chemistry, Materials Science, Engineering, or a related field 2 or more years of research experience beyond your Ph.D. (We encourage applications from all levels, and will hire commensurate with years of experience) Demonstrated track record of scientific software development Preferred Qualifications: Experience with small-angle scattering studies using either x-rays or neutrons Previous beamline support experience in a neutron or synchrotron x-ray user facility Demonstrated ability to work with technical and scientific support groups Demonstrated ability to work with graduate students, post-doctoral researchers, and other research scientists from both academia and industry Other Requirements: Please provide a list of publications when applying for this position. If you are selected for interview, you will be required to submit a minimum of 2 letters of recommendation. Benefits at ORNL: UT-Battelle offers a quality benefits package, including a matching 401(k), contributory pension plan, paid vacation, and medical/dental plan options. Onsite amenities include a credit union, medical clinic, cafeteria, coffee stands, and fitness facilities. Relocation: Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT-Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions. If invited to interview, be sure to ask your Recruiter (Talent Acquisition Partner) for details. For more information about our benefits, working here, and living here, visit the “About tab at jobs.ornl.gov. This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. We accept Word (.doc, .docx), Adobe (unsecured .pdf), Rich Text Format (.rtf), and HTML (.htm, .html) up to 5MB in size. Resumes from third party vendors will not be accepted; these resumes will be deleted and the candidates submitted will not be considered for employment. If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov. ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.
