Associate Scientist

The Canadian Light Source Inc. (CLSI) is a national research facility of the University of Saskatchewan. CLS produces very bright light to explore the nature and structure of molecules, and serves national and international users from academia, industry, and government institutions.

The Brockhouse X-ray Diffraction and Scattering Sector (BXDS) consists of three beamlines which receive X-rays from insertion devices placed in a straight section of the storage ring. The BXDS beamlines are used for materials characterization with diffraction/scattering techniques, such as high-resolution powder x-ray diffraction, resonant scattering, small angle scattering, pair distribution function, and in-situ diffraction, single crystal, etc.

**Responsibilities**:

- Provides user support to general users, beamteam members, fee-for-service clients, and CLS staff. Assists with the following functions: beamline and endstation setup, assisting with sample preparation and trains users on how to operate beamline, user support beyond normal working hours in accordance with established CLS procedures, and measurements/data analysis.
- Supervise and support users to ensure that they are able to perform their scientific experiments in an effective manner.
- Analyses and solves beamline or technical problems and develops recommendations to solve difficult, complex or unusual problems.
- Will aid the Beamline Responsible in beamline upgrade/maintenance projects.
- Develops technical expertise in specific areas of beamline operation and equipment, in hardware or software.
- Prepares beamline documentation and operational manuals.
- Working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, is a requirement of the position.

**Qualifications**:

- A relevant Master’s degree or Ph.D. in the natural sciences.
- A minimum of two years of directly related experience with a Master’s degree, or a minimum one year related experience with a recently completed and relevant Ph.D.
- Experience in X-ray diffraction is required.
- Experience in SAXS is considered an asset.
- Basic programming skills in python or C++ is an important asset.
- Experience with advanced beamline instrumentation (detectors, cryostats, in-situ cells, etc.) would be considered an asset.

**Salary**: Salary range is from $69,880 - $94,544 and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

**Remuneration**: Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A comprehensive benefits package, including supplemental health & dental, life insurance, pension plan, and four weeks’ vacation is part of a competitive compensation package.

**Salary**: $69,880.00-$94,544.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flexible schedule
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision care
- Wellness program
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-05-05