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Research Scientist/Engineer 2

Seattle, WA · On-site

... contract work. Peptide Core is seeking a RSE2 to join a Core focused on producing synthetic ... The Peptide Core also characterizes de novo proteins through intact protein mass spectrometry and ...

Ucf

Post Doctoral Scholar

Orlando, FL

$57K/yr

... Postdoctoral Scholar who will help with lab set-up, drive scientific projects, and mentor junior ... Ideally, the applicant has experience in mass spectrometry proteomics. As a member of the Petelski ...

University of New Mexico

HS Research Tech 3

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

We utilize multi-omics approaches like bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing, mass spectrometry, and ... contracts for cancer research projects. Since 2015, the physicians, scientists and staff have ...

University of New Mexico

HS Research Tech 3

Albuquerque, NM · On-site

$17.50 - $24/hr

We utilize multi-omics approaches like bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing, mass spectrometry, and ... contracts for cancer research projects. Since 2015, the physicians, scientists and staff have ...

University of Colorado

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Aurora, CO · On-site

$62K - $75K/yr

Postdoctoral fellow's main focus in the Kumar Lab is to study functional analysis of gonadotropin ... Departmental faculty provide a full-spectrum of clinical care for women of all ages, participate in ...

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How much do contract postdoctoral ultrafast spectroscopy jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract postdoctoral ultrafast spectroscopy in the United States is $59,022.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $66,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Postdoctoral Ultrafast Spectroscopy vs Contract Postdoctoral Physical Chemistry?

AspectContract Postdoctoral Ultrafast SpectroscopyContract Postdoctoral Physical Chemistry
Required CredentialsPhD in Chemistry, Physics, or related field; experience in ultrafast laser techniquesPhD in Chemistry, Physics, or related field; expertise in physical chemistry methods
Work EnvironmentResearch labs focusing on spectroscopy and laser experimentsLaboratories conducting physical chemistry research, often involving thermodynamics and kinetics
Employer & Industry UsageUniversities, research institutes, and industry R&D in photonics and materialsAcademic and industrial labs specializing in chemical processes and material properties

Contract Postdoctoral Ultrafast Spectroscopy roles focus on laser-based spectroscopy techniques to study ultrafast phenomena, while Contract Postdoctoral Physical Chemistry positions emphasize understanding chemical processes and reactions. Both roles require a PhD and research experience but differ in technical focus and laboratory environment.

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Infographic showing various Contract Postdoctoral Ultrafast Spectroscopy job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 20% Locum Tenens, and 80% As Needed. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,022 per year, or $28.4 per hour.
Postdoctoral Appointee - Building Agentic AI Platform for X-ray Science

Postdoctoral Appointee - Building Agentic AI Platform for X-ray Science

Argonne National Laboratory

Lemont, IL • On-site

$72K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative Postdoctoral Researcher to join the X-ray Science Division (XSD) at Argonne National Laboratory. The successful candidate will develop an AI-enabled platform for X-ray absorption spectroscopy by integrating LLMs, scientific machine learning, physics-aware workflows, and strong computational chemistry/electronic-structure expertise. The researcher will work with a multidisciplinary team to advance agentic AI tools for simulation, interpretation, data analysis, and scientific discovery. The appointment is expected to last two years and the contract is extended yearly.
Position Requirements
  • A recent PhD (within 5 years) in computational chemistry, chemistry, materials science, physics, computational science, computer science, engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong computational chemistry background in atomistic simulations, electronic-structure theory, DFT, structure-property relationships, and interpretation of simulation results.
  • Hands-on experience with DFT or electronic-structure codes such as VASP, Quantum ESPRESSO, CP2K, ABINIT, GPAW, Gaussian, ORCA, Q-Chem, or related packages.
  • Strong materials science or chemistry domain knowledge, such as bonding, defects, catalysis, batteries, solid-state chemistry, molecular systems, or related materials classes.
  • Strong Python skills and familiarity with LLM APIs, agent frameworks , PyTorch, and the Python scientific stack (e.g., numpy, pandas, scikit-learn). Passion for front-end development and web-based applications, back-end services and API design (e.g., FastAPI, Flask), and deploying applications in local or cloud environments.
  • Experience with complex scientific datasets and reproducible analysis or simulation workflows.
  • Effective written and oral communications skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
  • Commitment to Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
  • Experience with X-ray absorption spectroscopy theory, modelling, and interpretation, including XANES/EXAFS.
  • Hands-on experience with XAS simulation packages such as FEFF, OCEAN, FDMNES, XSpectra, or exciting.
  • Experience comparing simulated and experimental XAS/XAFS spectra.
  • Experience with high-throughput spectroscopy workflows, HPC, synchrotron datasets, or physics-informed AI.

**Please include a cover letter that briefly describes relevant simulation, chemistry, AI/ML, and XAS experience; include code links if available.**
Job Family
Postdoctoral
Job Profile
Postdoctoral Appointee
Worker Type
Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type
Full time
The expected hiring range for this position is $72,879.00-$121,465.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.
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