BL Scientist 3sBAR

• Developing a scientific program in diffraction/scattering combined with X-ray spectroscopy (ideally HAXPES), fully aligned with the 3Sbar beamline objectives and the broader mission of the Chemical and Materials Science section.
• Building the user program within the group with specific focus on the diffraction related part of the program.
• Designing and implementing innovative hardware and software solutions for the 3Sbar beamline, collaborating closely with ALBA's scientific staff, engineers, and technicians.
• Contributing to the design, construction, and commissioning of the 3Sbar beamline, working in close coordination with the beamline team and support staff.
• Supporting scientific users as a Local Contact, ensuring effective and safe operation of the beamline once operational., The merits will be accredited by means of the CV attached to the application. The selection board may require accreditation by additional documentation, originals or certified copies confirming the experience invoked in the CV.

In case of a tied final score, the position will be awarded to the person who belongs to the most underrepresented gender in the corresponding Division and subsidiarily to the overall company.

If necessary, alternates of the members of the selection board will be appointed by the president of the selection process, and the change will be published in the announcement.

The resolution of the selection procedure will be carried out within a maximum period of six months from the deadline for submitting applications for participation.

The selection process may be declared vacant if the selection board considers not to have found eligible candidates for the position although they might meet the requirements to participate in the selection process specified in the offer. Other information

Permanent contract. This selection process is the result of the authorization of a specific replacement rate for CELLS in order to reduce the temporariness rate and to fill the positions on an permanent basis.

Do you have experience in Scripting?, Do you have a Doctoral degree?, The requirements for participation must be met on the date of the deadline for the submission of applications and will be accredited by means of the CV attached to it, without prejudice to the power of the selection body to require the contribution of the originals of the certifications accrediting the qualifications, training and work experience invoked in the CV.

Applications that do not present the aforementioned or required documentation during the selection procedure will not be accepted.

The successful candidate must:

1.) The applicant must hold a doctoral degree in Physics or an equivalent discipline.

2.) The applicant should have hold at least a three year employment at a synchrotron radiation facilities

Selection Process Development

The selection will be carried out through the competition-opposition system.

As a first phase, an analysis of the curriculum will be carried out (assessment of previous experience and / or scientific history, degree, training and other professional information relevant to the position). Career breaks or variations in the chronological order of CVs will be regarded as an evolution of a career, and consequently, as a contribution to the professional development., The applicant must demonstrate expertise in X-ray diffraction (XRD) and scattering related synchrotron-based techniques for the study of interfaces and complex materials. Experience in grazing incidence X-ray diffraction (GIXRD), surface X-ray diffraction (SXRD), wide-angle (WAXS) and small-angle X-ray scattering (SAXS), as well as X-ray reflectivity (XRR) and time-resolved diffraction, will be particularly valued. Proficiency in data processing and analysis using dedicated software and scripting tools is required. A track record of peer-reviewed publications in these areas will be considered as evidence of expertise.

• Experience with operando and in-situ experiments (up to 10 points): The applicant should demonstrate Experience in designing, implementing, and conducting operando or in-situ X-ray experiments, including the use or development of specialized sample environments such as electrochemical or environmental cells for synchrotron-based measurements.

The best rated candidates, at least two if possible, will be invited to an interview where the technical competence, knowledge, skills and professional experience linked to the position will be assessed, with a total score of 60 points. A minimum of 30 points must be obtained out of a total of 60 points to be eligible.

Provided they meet the minimum requirements and have ranked among the top five after the assessment of the CV phase, at least one person from the underrepresented gender in the division/office will be interviewed.

The interview will include at least:

• Experience with developing and optimizing synchrotron instrumentation (20 points):

Proficiency in commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimizing X-ray optics, diagnostic components, and end station setups, including diffractometers, detectors, and vacuum systems. Experience in custom instrumentation and data acquisition tools for X-ray diffraction and scattering applications will be valued.

• Knowledge in hard X-ray techniques and beamline operation. Comprehensive understanding of hard X-ray optics, beamline components, and instrumentation (10 points):

Demonstrated ability to maintain, operate, and align synchrotron beamline equipment for advanced diffraction and scattering experiments. Basic knowledge with hard X-ray complementary techniques as Hard X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (HAXPES), X-ray Absorption Near Edge Structure (XANES), and/or Extended X-ray Absorption Fine Structure (EXAFS). Experience in integrating these techniques with diffraction or scattering methods for multi-modal studies of buried interfaces will be positively evaluated.

• Professional experience, soft skills, and communication (15 points):

Proven ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and international research environments, supervise students and trainees, and communicate scientific results clearly through publications, presentations, and user support activities.

• Safety awareness and equipment management (5 points):

Strong record of safe work practices, including knowledge of ultra-high vacuum (UHV) systems, gas handling, and the safe operation of synchrotron instruments. Experience implementing and promoting safety standards within beamline environments will be positively assessed.

• Motivation and vision for the position (10 points):

The applicant should express a clear motivation to contribute to the development of synchrotron-based diffraction and scattering methods, and articulate a vision for advancing interfacial and materials science through innovative X-ray characterization approaches.

ALBA is the Spanish synchrotron light source, a large research infrastructure operating ten beamlines, complementary facilities, and an Electron Microscopy Center, this last in partnership with other institutions. Currently constructing multiple more beamlines, expanding the Electron Microscopy Center, and integrating advanced data analytics, it sums up a wide range of infrastructures geared toward finding solutions to societal challenges. Located in Cerdanyola del Vallès (Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain), it is funded by the Spanish Government (Ministerio de Ciencia e Innovación) and the Catalan Government (Generalitat de Catalunya, Departament de Recerca i Universitats). The synchrotron light produced by 3 GeV electrons is used by thousands of researchers to analyse and understand the properties and functionality of matter, spanning a wide variety of fields, such as catalytic research, health, energy production/storage, environmental research, communication technologies, or cultural heritage. Our highly motivated staff works in a multidisciplinary work environment with an atmosphere formed by lived diversity, inclusion and respect for our colleagues. One of the goals of our gender equality plan is to reach parity within the Consortium's different divisions and offices, and several actions have been taken to encourage applications from women mostly in scientific, engineer and technical job positions. Located close to Barcelona in a natural park and well connected by car and public transportation, with excellent connectivity to the world and an employer who understands the importance of life-work balance. Facing an upgrade to ALBA II, a 4th generation facility, which will increase dramatically brightness and coherent flux, ALBA is in a phase of growth and dynamics. Being a part of the ALBA team will promote your career and will give you the opportunities to explore new territories. For more information, you can take a look on our history watching this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gHMqiH4qBAo Tasks The 3Sbar beamline at ALBA Synchrotron is a world-unique, state-of-the-art facility enabling advanced studies of surfaces and interfaces by combining X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and X-ray diffraction/scattering techniques under elevated working pressures (up to several bars). The Experiments Division of ALBA is seeking a beamline scientist with expertise in surface diffraction and scattering to operate, develop, and establish a scientific program using this beamline.