Argonne National Laboratory is seeking candidates for an exciting leadership role in the Strategic Security Sciences (SSS) Division. With an annual budget of $70M+ and over 130 employees, the SSS Division is an applied research organization that enhances global security and stability by delivering scientific and technical solutions to complex national security challenges. Our mission attracts the most ambitious, curious minds – people who are motivated by the impact their work can have on the world. Our vision is to be the premier source of innovative, objective science- and engineering-based solutions for a secure global society.
The Group Leader will be responsible for managing, leading, and providing advanced domain expertise to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Programs Group in the SSS Division. The IAEA Programs Group advances peaceful applications of nuclear energy, science, and technology across the globe through design and execution of training programs – especially for emerging leaders – and facilitating representation of U.S. expertise at the IAEA. The Group Leader will guide and execute on the Group’s strategic direction. The Group Leader also will develop new program directions and maintain relationships with sponsors, working closely with the Department Manager and other Group Leaders in the Nonproliferation Research, Analysis and Engagement Department in support of SSS Division missions and strategies. They will work with the Department Manager and the Division Director to manage Group personnel and facilitate professional growth of the team, as well as working with other Argonne researchers, other national laboratories, university collaborators, industry partners, and others to develop cross-organizational collaborations. The Group Leader may also act as a Principal Investigator (PI) for the program on peaceful applications of nuclear energy, science, and technology (e.g. in the areas of food security, water resource management, medical applications, cancer research, environment and nuclear infrastructure and safety culture), leading and managing specific projects, to include project planning, budgeting, execution, reporting, and delivery, ensuring that DOE and Argonne safety and security requirements are met by personnel within the Group.
In this position, the successful candidate will lead and manage the IAEA Programs Group, as well as conduct original research of relevance to Group, Department, and Division missions. This will include the following primary responsibilities:
Lead and manage a Group that employs and leverages knowledge of the peaceful uses of nuclear energy, science, and technology.
Facilitate the Group in providing impactful training and development opportunities to the peaceful nuclear technology community.
Align short- and long-term goals with Division strategy, generating new opportunities, and managing operations.
Lead development and delivery of the program while stewarding its resources.
Assure that Group work products meet the highest scientific and operational standards.
Manage current and new partnerships. Develop new and grow existing programs within the expertise and purview of the Group.
Contribute to Division and Department vision and strategy, and setting, executing, monitoring, and evaluating the Group vision and strategy, aligned with Lab and Directorate priorities.
Operate Group in accordance with Division and Laboratory policies.
Mentor and develop direct reports within the Group to aid their research and career development. Recruit staff to the Group and deliver on DEIA priorities.
Manage investments and risks within the group.
Manage Group sponsor relationships in coordination with designated Sponsor Relationship Managers.
Coordinate and collaborate with other Group Leaders and Department Managers in the SSS Division, other Argonne Divisions, other national laboratories, and external organizations to develop new initiatives and projects supporting federal sponsors.
Conduct research for projects on which you are the PI, developing ideas/initiatives, identifying publishing opportunities, authoring papers and other work products, and pursuing further research opportunities.
Be accountable to the Department Manager for overall performance of the Group and to sponsors for program execution, consistent with the Laboratory Core Values.
Position Requirements
Knowledge of the peaceful applications of nuclear energy, science, and technology such as food security, water resource management, medical applications, cancer research, environment and/or nuclear infrastructure and safety culture. Demonstrated experience in addressing these areas is preferred.
Knowledge of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and its mission. Previous direct experience with the IAEA is preferred.
Experience in managing, directing, and mentoring staff.
Knowledge of current capacity building and training methods is preferred.
Ability to use independent judgment and to abstract from specific problems to general solutions/findings.
Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to effectively communicate technical findings and organizational visions, goals, and strategic initiatives.
Experience and skills in working effectively on multiple projects simultaneously and meeting expectations of sponsors, contractors, and other outside professionals to deliver on time and within budget.
Knowledge, skills, and experience in setting goals, assessing research needs, and identifying funding mechanisms within federal sponsoring organizations to further the sponsorship of the Group.
Collaborative skills, including the ability to work well with other researchers within Argonne, other national laboratories, research institutions, and industrial collaborators.
Skills in conflict resolution, organizational effectiveness, and fair judgment.
This level of knowledge is typically achieved through a formal education and a M.S. or B.S. degree in nuclear science or engineering, chemistry, or related field, and at least 5 years practical experience, or equivalent, in operations management.
Ability to model Argonne's Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.
To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicant must provide proof of U.S. citizenship, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract. Illegal drug testing as defined in 10 CFR 707.4 and a background investigation will be required prior to employment.
Job Family
Research Development (RD)
Job Profile
Nuclear/Reactor Engineering Leader 1
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $137,577.00 - $223,567.11.
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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