Intern - LCLS User Administration

The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) at SLAC National Accelerator Lab is the world’s first hard X-ray free electron laser. LCLS produces pulses of X-rays more than a billion times brighter than the most powerful existing synchrotron sources. Scientists use these highly focused, intense beams of X-rays to reveal the identity and arrangement of atoms in a wide range of materials.

The tiny wavelength of X-rays enables study of the arrangement of atoms in metals, semiconductors, ceramics, polymers, catalysts, plastics, and biological molecules. The ultrashort duration of these X-ray pulses can capture images of atoms and molecules in motion. LCLS is operated as an international user facility, attracting hundreds of scientists from around the world to conduct first-of-a-kind experiments to study fundamental processes of chemistry, technology, and life itself.

• Design of instrument and measurement of the timing jitter between ultrafast laser pulses.
• Development of a non-linear optical system for high-contrast laser pulses.
• Development of multi-photon pulse-width diagnostic.
• Micro-machining capillaries for deep-UV jet sources.
• Design and construction of an ultra-high vacuum experimental chamber for attoscience experiments.
• Characterization of reflectivity and dispersion characteristics of optical coatings.
• ASIC development for high-speed X-ray detectors.
• Characterisation of a pulsed sample delivery system for X-ray protein crystallography.
• Characterisation of saturable absorption properties of laser safety glass.
• Characterisation of beam pointing stabilization system.

• Analysis of data from LCLS experiments on X-ray interactions with diatomic molecules.
• Modeling of ultrafast laser propagation through dispersive media.
• Modeling of THz generation by coherent transition radiation.
• Implementation of on-line data analysis algorithms for LCLS experiments.
• Interfacing centralized data acquisition system with laser timing system.
• Analysis of publication data to determine scientific productivity of facility.

• Great experience for students seeking real-world experience in a scientific and research environment.
• Engage with students and staff in the multidisciplinary Stanford/SLAC scientific community.
• Develop a network of mentors and colleagues.

SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park, CA.

• Must be currently enrolled in an educational program or recently graduated in engineering, physics, chemistry, biology, computer science or related field.
• Problem-solving and analysis skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Organisational skills and ability to multi-task and complete assignments.

• Effective Decisions
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  Uses job knowledge and solid judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner.
• Self-Development
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  Pursues a variety of venues and opportunities to continue learning and developing.
• Dependability
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  Can be counted on to deliver results with a sense of personal responsibility for expected outcomes.
• Initiative
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  Pursues work and interactions proactively with optimism, positive energy, and motivation to move things forward.
• Adaptability
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  Flexes as needed when change occurs, maintains an open outlook while adjusting and accommodating changes.
• Communication
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  Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
• Relationships
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  Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

• Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organisations.
• Promote Culture of Safety:
  Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates…