Key ResponsibilitiesProvide scientific, technical, and operational leadership for the Electron and X-ray Microscopy (EXM) Group, ensuring safe, reliable, and effective user operationsDevelop, lead, and execute innovative R&D programs in electron and X-ray microscopy that achieve international recognition and align with CNM and Argonne strategic prioritiesConduct original research in nanoscience, from concept development through experimental execution, analysis, and dissemination via peer-reviewed publications and presentationsManage and mentor a team of scientists, postdocs, and engineers specializing in electron and X-ray microscopy, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance cultureAdvance the CNM user science program, enabling cutting-edge experiments in electron microscopy and synchrotron X-ray microscopy at the APS, and ensuring a high-quality user experienceDrive the development and implementation of advanced microscopy technologies, including:New imaging and spectroscopy modalitiesUltrafast and in situ/operando techniquesAdvanced detector technologies and correlative approaches that reveal structure-function relationshipsContribute to and enhance data-intensive microscopy workflows, including data management strategies and, where appropriate, AI/ML-enabled experimental design and data analysisOversee day-to-day group operations, including resource allocation, budgeting, scheduling, safety protocols and procedures, and facility planning to support both user and in-house research programsBuild and sustain strong collaborations across CNM, APS, other Argonne divisions, and external academic and industrial partnersCommunicate group goals, progress, and impact effectively to stakeholders at all levels, and represent the EXM Group and CNM in internal and external forumsPosition RequirementsPh. The Group Leader (GL) for the Electron and X-ray Microscopy (EXM) Group at the Center for Nanoscale Materials (CNM) develops, leads, and executes world-class R&D programs in electron and X-ray microscopy, achieving international recognition for scientific excellence.