Assistant Research Scientist
The University of Iowa Materials Analysis, Testing, and Fabrication (MATFab) Facility is an Office of the Vice President for Research core resource, offering a wide array of instrumentation to research investigators.
The MATFab Facility is seeking an Assistant Research Scientist to manage X-ray equipment, perform experiments, and develop analytical methods. Equipment in the MATFab Facility includes powder and single-crystal X-ray diffraction, Micro-Computed Tomography, and X-ray Fluorescence. Responsibilities include supporting data collection on the X-ray equipment, refining crystal structures collected on the single-crystal X-ray diffractometer as requested, repairing and maintaining instrumentation, and supporting key functions of a scientific user facility.
Work Modality: On-site
To learn more about the department visit https://matfab.research.uiowa.edu/
For a full job description, please send an e-mail to the contact listed below.
About Pay and Compensation:
Pay Grade: 5A
The hiring range for this position is anticipated to be $65,000-$80,000. Salary offers are based on a variety of factors, including education, experience, skills, and budget considerations. In limited circumstances, compensation outside of the anticipated range may be considered for candidates with exceptional qualifications.
Qualifications:
Education or Equivalency Required:
A Ph.D. in Chemistry or a related field is required. This classification requires the awarded degree and cannot accept equivalent experience.
Required Qualifications:
· Minimum of 1 year of experience after Ph.D. completion in research/facility work involving X-ray equipment.
· Expert in collecting and analyzing both single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction data.
· Publication record that demonstrates the required research experience.
· Experience maintaining, repairing, and aligning X-ray diffraction instrumentation.
· Experience with software for single-crystal and powder X-ray diffraction analysis and structure determination.
· Demonstrated attention to detail, accuracy, and strong organizational skills.
· Demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship management skills.
Highly Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience with micro-computed tomography and X-ray fluorescence.
· Experience in programming for scientific applications.
· Experience with other microscopy and/or analytical instrumentation.
Desirable Qualifications:
· Experience in a shared instrumentation/user facility environment.
Position and Application Details and Instructions:
In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following required documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
· Cover Letter
· Resume
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process.
For additional questions, please contact: VPR Talent (vpr-talent@uiowa.edu)
This position is eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. If your H-1B petition is subject to the September 19, 2025, Presidential Proclamation, please note that the department will not cover the $100,000 payment associated with H-1B sponsorship, either at the time of hire or for international travel purposes. We encourage you to explore alternative pathways for work authorization. Our team is available to help identify options that may be suitable for your situation.
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