Professional Opportunities
The Magnet Lab is an interdisciplinary national user facility where scientific staff develop and refine techniques and tools that extend the boundaries of science in high magnetic fields.
Current Openings
Director of DC Magnet Program Position in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science
ID#: 35048
Closing date: August 16, 2013
The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) is searching for a Director the NHMFL DC Magnet User Facility. The ideal candidate will be a scientist in the field of Condensed Matter Science and/or Materials Research with a record of significant scholarly activity and at least five years experience performing measurements in high magnetic fields or measurements at a condensed matter research user facility. Experience supporting users or managing any shared research resource is desirable.
The Director of the DC User Facility manages the NHMFL DC User Program that hosts more than 470 scientists annually, resulting in more than 81 peer-reviewed publications annually. Responsibilities include assigning proposal reviews for magnet time, overseeing administration of the program and assigning the 15 user scientists that support users of the DC facility. As such, candidates must be successful condensed matter physicists who understand the issues involved in doing experiments in a user facility. It is expected that the new Director will continue to pursue a vigorous personal research program.
The new DC Magnet Program Director will collaborate with the NHMFL Associate Lab Director for Scientific Instrumentation and Facilities to implement improvements in the DC program ensuring that the measurement capabilities remain state of the art. Ability to bring new measurement techniques to the NHMFL DC User Facility is a plus. In addition, the new DC Magnet Program Director will draw upon the entire NHMFL scientific community to form teams to address specific issues that affect DC user experiments and to implement improvements. The DC Magnet Program Director prepares and administers the budgets necessary for running the DC Magnet Program; supervises the Magnet Operations Group; supervises the Cryogenic and Hybrid Operations Group; and ensures a safe work environment in all DC Magnet operations and throughout the NHMFL facilities.
The NHMFL is the world’s premier magnet laboratory with state-of-the-art high magnetic field facilities (up to 21T in superconducting magnets, 36 in resistive DC magnets, 45T in hybrid DC magnets, and 100T in pulsed magnets) for research in physics, materials science, engineering, chemistry, geochemistry, biochemistry, and biology.
Interested candidates can apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu and reference Job Requisition #35048.
Please attach your curriculum vitae, cover letter describing your research experience, and names and contact information of at least three references.
For additional information, please contact
Bettina Roberson
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Florida State University
1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32310-2740
850-644-0855
roberson@magnet.fsu.edu.
If you have any questions, or want to check directly about the position, please do not hesitate to contact Eric Palm for further information.
Scholar Scientist Position in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics and Materials Science
ID#: 35251
Closing date: August 16, 2013
The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL) in Tallahassee, FL is seeking a scientist/scholar in the area of experimental condensed matter physics and materials science with an emphasis on experimental techniques at low temperatures and high magnetic fields. Minimum qualifications include a Ph.D. in Physics or a related field with previous post-doctoral experience highly desirable. The ideal candidate will have hands on experience making measurements at low temperatures in high magnetic fields and be aware of the many measurement problems that arise as well as solutions to those problems. The ideal candidate would have experience with many different types of high magnetic field measurements, including -for example- one or more of the following: electrical transport, thermal and thermoelectric effects, specific heat, low noise measurements, optical measurements, acoustic measurements, magnetic resonance, force magnetometry and/or torque magnetometry.
This position is in the DC Field Condensed Matter Science group and the successful candidate will be expected to spend a portion of their time helping users in the NHMFL’s DC Field Facility. As a member of the NHMFL, the successful applicant will also be expected to show leadership in the development of a broader, collaborative research program, will have the option to pursue outside funding for personal research, and will be expected to participate proactively in other functions of the Lab, including committee participation, supervision and mentorship of students and postdoctoral researchers, and community outreach.
The NHMFL is the world’s premier magnet laboratory with state-of-the-art high magnetic field facilities (up to 21T in superconducting magnets, 36 in resistive DC magnets, 45T in hybrid DC magnets, and 100T in pulsed magnets) for research in physics, materials science, engineering, chemistry, geochemistry, biochemistry, and biology.
Interested candidates can apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu and reference Job Requisition #35251.
Please attach your curriculum vitae, cover letter describing your research experience, and names and contact information of at least three references.
For additional information, please contact
Bettina Roberson
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Florida State University
1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32310-2740
850-644-0855
roberson@magnet.fsu.edu.
If you have any questions, or want to check directly about the position, please do not hesitate to contact Eric Palm for further information.
Research Engineer
ID#: 00063431
Closing date: Open until filled
Group Leader for cryogenic operations at the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory in Tallahassee, FL.
The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory is seeking candidates for the position of Group Leader for Cryogenic Operations. This position coordinates and manages the safe overall operation of the lab’s liquid helium production process and helium gas recovery systems including the design, fabrication, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting and commissioning of components and new equipment. The qualified candidate will lead a group that is responsible for maintenance and operation of the lab’s 1.8 K- 45 T Hybrid magnet system in addition to lab wide liquid helium dewar demand/distribution. This includes the operation of helium gas compressors, liquefiers, vacuum systems, gas purifiers, computer controls, digital & analog instrumentation, and high field magnets for scheduled scientific research. Requires regular evaluation of the process engineering for operational efficiency and system reliability. Assists NHMFL facility engineers, scientists and managers in the design and implementation of modifications and upgrades to the cryogenic systems. Develops and implements policies regarding safe operation of cryogenic systems, gas recovery and purification systems. Responsible for the management, evaluation, guidance and training of the group's personnel. Responsible for annual budgeting, purchasing and managing the inventory of bulk gases, cryogenic fluids and spares. Serves as a representative for the lab with vendors and professional peer groups.
Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree and two years of relevant experience or a combination of relevant post high school education and experience equal to six years. Must have commitment to serving facility user needs in a customer and safety-oriented research environment. Must have previous cryogenic experience and experience with operating helium liquefiers. Experience in project planning and implementation of a proactive maintenance program. Must be willing and able to work in a culturally diverse atmosphere. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with federal and state laws concerning occupational health and safety. Experience supervising employees. Experience with high field magnets preferred.
Apply to: Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu and reference Job ID# 35524 (Research Engineer, #63431).
For additional information, please contact
Bettina Roberson
National High Magnetic Field Laboratory, Florida State University
1800 E. Paul Dirac Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32310-2740
roberson@magnet.fsu.edu.
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For more information on employment at the lab, please contact Human Resources Manager Bettina Roberson.
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