Position Title:
Scientist II or III - Ames National Laboratory

Job Group:
Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:
Ph.D. and 1 year of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in proposal writing, budgeting, and supervision and/or training
of undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and research staff.
Demonstrated record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with experimental methods and analytical
treatments that are commonly used in magnetic and quantum materials research, including single-crystal growth techniques, heat capacity, magnetization, magnetic susceptibility, transport and magnetotransport characterization methods.
Demonstrated experience with or knowledge of x-ray and neutron scattering and the analysis of powder and single-crystal diffraction data.
Some experience electron beam-based microstructural analysis and semi-quantitative chemical techniques.

Job Description:

Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live ? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames Laboratory!

Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success. We offer an exceptional benefits package including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance, Wellbeing program, Employee Assistance Program;
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit or defined contribution plans;
• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans;
• Onsite childcare;
• Life insurance and long-term disability;
• Flexible Spending Accounts.

The Division of Materials Science and Engineering (DMSE) is seeking candidates for the position of Scientist. The position will be filled as an Ames National Laboratory Scientist II or III based on the qualifications of the finalist.

This position conceives, designs, and conducts research projects focused on the single-crystal growth and characterization of magnetic quantum materials, including; itinerant magnets, dilute magnetism, frustrated magnetism, and magnetic topological materials. Characterization methods include thermodynamic, magnetization, and electrical transport measurements and analysis.  A key component of the position relates these bulk characterization measurements to x-ray and neutron diffraction and inelastic neutron scattering measurements and other multi-modal experimental methods.  This requirements places an emphasis on the growth of large volume single-crystal specimens.

The position necessitates collaboration with the supervisor and other Principal Investigators (PIs) in the Division of Materials Sciences and Engineering within the Ames National Laboratory; invents, performs and supervises experiments; interprets the results; presents and defends research at professional meetings; drafts manuscripts for publication with collaborating co-authors; guides experimenters in the conduct of experimentation and the interpretation of results; and writes research proposals for future funding of research projects (as PI or co-PI). The duties of this position also include the maintenance and supervision of the daily operation of experimental facilities.

In addition to the above, the Ames National Laboratory Scientist III will have additional leadership roles on research projects including managing budgets and staff. This position will communicate with key stakeholders and implement project management framework.

Demonstrate effective communication skills needed to interface with a diverse team of administrative staff and powder metallurgy professionals, as well as physical sciences and engineering professionals, is essential for success in this position.

AL Scientist II Required qualifications : 

• Ph.D. and 1 year of related experience

AL Scientist III Required qualifications : 

• Ph.D. and 5 years of related experience

Appointment Type:
Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:
12 Month Work Period

Time Type:
Full time

Pay Grade:
PS811

Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State University is committed to fostering a workplace of belonging, where diversity is celebrated and equity is a core value. Our Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • This job may also be eligible for flexible work schedules and flexible workplace options that may include flexible working hours and a hybrid working environment.

Original Posting Date:
March 9, 2023

Posting Close Date:
March 30, 2023

Job Requisition Number:
R11306