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Boeing

Semiconductor Assembler

Los Angeles, CA

$17.25 - $21.25/hr

... material handling and X-Ray Diffraction. This position must meet Export Control compliance ... We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers.

ADVANCE TESTING CO INC

Petrographer

Campbell Hall, NY · On-site

$20.25 - $25.50/hr

Perform secondary testing such as X-ray Diffraction and potentiometric titrations. * Perform other specialized test procedures in laboratory as needed. * Prepare reports as directed by management and ...

SOCOTEC

Petrographer

Campbell Hall, NY · On-site

$20.25 - $25.50/hr

Perform secondary testing such as X-ray Diffraction and potentiometric titrations. * Perform other specialized test procedures in laboratory as needed. * Prepare reports as directed by management and ...

Boeing

Semiconductor Assembler

Sylmar, CA · On-site

$16.25 - $20/hr

... material handling and X-Ray Diffraction. This position must meet Export Control compliance ... We are engineers and technicians. Skilled scientists and thinkers. Bold innovators and dreamers.

Masco Corporation

Lead Finishing Engineer

Greensburg, IN · On-site

$94K - $124K/yr

... such as X-ray Diffraction (XRD), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS), Scanning Electron ... technicians, to integrate PVD processes into product development and manufacturing. • ...

SOCOTEC

Senior Petrographer

Campbell Hall, NY · On-site

Perform secondary testing such as X-ray Diffraction, X-ray Fluorescence, and potentiometric titrations. * Perform other specialized test procedures in laboratory as needed. * Prepare reports as ...

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How much do x ray diffraction technician jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for x ray diffraction technician in the United States is $27.59, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $36.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between X Ray Diffraction Technician vs X Ray Technician?

AspectX Ray Diffraction TechnicianX Ray Technician
CredentialsCertification in X Ray Diffraction or related fields, radiologic technologist licenseRadiologic technologist certification/license
Work EnvironmentLaboratories, research facilities, industrial settingsHospitals, clinics, medical offices
Industry UsageResearch, materials analysis, industrial quality controlMedical imaging for diagnosis

While both roles involve X-ray technology, X Ray Diffraction Technicians focus on analyzing material structures using specialized equipment in research or industrial settings. In contrast, X Ray Technicians primarily perform medical imaging to assist in patient diagnosis. The certifications overlap but differ based on the specific field and environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an X Ray Diffraction Technician, and why are they important?

To thrive as an X Ray Diffraction Technician, you need a solid background in materials science, chemistry, or physics, typically supported by a relevant degree or technical training. Familiarity with X-ray diffraction (XRD) equipment, data analysis software (like JADE or HighScore), and laboratory safety protocols is essential. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help technicians accurately analyze samples and convey results. These competencies are crucial for ensuring precise data collection, maintaining equipment integrity, and supporting research or quality control objectives.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an X Ray Diffraction Technician?

As an X Ray Diffraction Technician, your daily tasks usually involve preparing and mounting samples, calibrating and operating XRD instruments, conducting diffraction experiments, and analyzing resulting data to identify material structures. You’ll also maintain detailed records and ensure equipment is functioning properly, sometimes troubleshooting minor technical issues. Collaboration with scientists and engineers is common, especially when interpreting results or optimizing experimental protocols. Attention to safety and quality control is essential in this laboratory environment.

What does an X Ray Diffraction Technician do?

An X Ray Diffraction Technician operates and maintains X-ray diffraction (XRD) equipment to analyze the structure and composition of materials. Their work involves preparing samples, running tests, and interpreting data to identify crystalline phases and determine material properties. They often collaborate with scientists, engineers, or quality control teams in research labs or industrial settings. Additionally, they ensure that the equipment is calibrated and maintained for accurate results, and they may also be responsible for troubleshooting technical issues.
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Infographic showing various X Ray Diffraction Technician job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 11% Locum Tenens, 77% As Needed, 10% Full Time, and 2% Summer. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,394 per year, or $27.6 per hour.
Beamline Technician (IMCA-CAT & AUI, Inc)

Beamline Technician (IMCA-CAT & AUI, Inc)

Nonprofit HR

Chicago, IL • On-site

$61K - $71K/yr

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION:
The Industrial Macromolecular Crystallography Association - Collaborative Access Team (IMCA-CAT) and Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) seek a skilled beamline technician to join the IMCA-CAT team in accelerating pharmaceutical drug discovery through synchrotron-based structural biology research. The IMCA consortium, which funds and provides strategic guidance to IMCA-CAT, consists of AbbVie, Bristol Myers Squibb, Evotec, Johnson&Johnson, Merck, Novartis, Pfizer, and Relay Therapeutics. As an employee of AUI, you will be based at the center of the team's operations at the Advanced Photon Source (APS), Argonne National Laboratory, near Chicago, IL. This is an ideal position for a motivated beamline technician who is passionate about delivering strategic value, developing new technologies, and working in a high-powered, collaborative environment.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This is an exciting time to join IMCA-CAT. The team is commissioning the recently upgraded beamline that will profoundly increase capacity and dramatically expand capability for challenging research projects. As a member of the IMCA-CAT team, you will be an integral part of these commissioning activities, provide technical support for equipment and experiments, conduct experiments for pharmaceutical research projects, manage samples for experiments, and contribute to innovative technical developments that expand the experiment envelope. You will work closely with IMCA-CAT colleagues in an inclusive and respectful environment, and will be expected to take initiative and contribute to the team effort.
On any given day, you will do one or more of these things:
  • Maintain, monitor, and troubleshoot beamline support equipment, including liquid nitrogen dewars (shipping, staging, storage, and supply) and hardware associated with sample management.
  • Assist with the maintenance of beamline equipment.
  • Manage, organize, and maintain work areas, tools, and supplies.
  • Conduct high-resolution, single-crystal protein X-ray diffraction experiments in support of drug discovery research efforts at both IMCA-CAT and a variety of external synchrotron sources.
  • Support auto-mode experiments, including weekly on-call and monthly weekend assignments.
  • Manage incoming and outgoing samples and shipments.
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of technologies that expand the experiment envelope.
  • Contribute to the development of efficient protocols for accelerating data acquisition while enhancing data security.
  • Collaboratively develop automated methods for acquiring quality data from challenging samples.
  • Engage in the technical development of new strategies for ultra-high throughput.
  • Collaborate with the team on strategically aligned research and development projects.
  • Communicate with researchers and present at meetings.
  • Provide general support for experiments and facility development.

DESIRED SKILLS and EXPERIENCE:
  • BS/BA in a technical or engineering-related field.
  • Outstanding technical skills.
  • Experience with high vacuum systems, electrical systems, motors, controllers, and cryogenic systems.
  • Highly collaborative and team-oriented approach to conducting work, troubleshooting, and solving problems.
  • Experience implementing R&D projects, including demonstrated ability to have effective interaction and good working relationships with scientists, technical support staff, and vendors.
  • Effective written and oral communication skills, including drafting documents and making brief presentations.
  • Exceptional originality and attention to quality, detail, and accuracy.
  • Deeply proactive approach to meeting and exceeding goals.
  • Ability to routinely lift racks of samples (5 lbs), baskets of samples in liquid nitrogen (15 lbs), and shipping dewars (up to 35 lbs).
  • Ability to meet requirements for site access to Argonne National Laboratory.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Upload an updated CV/resume and cover letter in order to be considered.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Visit our websites to learn more about IMCA-CAT (www.imca-cat.org) and AUI (www.aui.edu)
The compensation level for this full-time position will be competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications. AUI provides a generous benefits package. AUI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees.
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