Job Description
The SRNL Joint Appointment Program Coordinator serves as the subject matter expert for the joint appointment program at SRNL, a growing program to support university engagement on SRNL technical mission work. Successful individuals will need to work both independently and collaboratively with SRNL researchers, general counsel, university faculty, business support teams, laboratory research management, and laboratory leadership.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary interface with internal and external (university) stakeholders on joint appointments, working with general counsel to negotiate legal agreements and guiding the development of joint appointment agreements;
- Assist in the development and continuous improvement of policies and processes related to the joint appointment program supported by key metrics;
- Maintain close communications with the SRNL researchers, joint appointees, their respective universities, and associated SRNL R&D management;
- Partner with SRNL Communications to develop and maintain external communication products on the joint appointment program;
- Interface with SRNL General Counsel and R&D management to develop and renew contracts for joint appointees;
- Monitor the status of established joint appointment contracts, including requesting periodic status reports from joint appointees;
- Obtain, assess, and act on feedback provided by university partners and the SRNL community on the program;
- Obtain, assess, and maintain performance metrics on the joint appointment program;
- Work with the SRNL leadership team to resolve any issues associated with core competency alignment, reporting, conflict of interest, intellectual property, or other requirements;
- Develop and update program descriptions and training/communication materials for both internal and external audiences;
- Organize events to enhance joint appointee relationships with SRNL;
- Perform other related duties and participate on special projects.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Works safely with particular attention to quality.
- For ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, US Citizenship is Legally Required.
- BS/BA in a technical field + 7-9 yrs. Advanced degree preferred.
Preferred Qualifications
- The ideal candidate is task-oriented, organized, detail-oriented, innovative, and a clear communicator;
- The individual must be comfortable interacting with technical subject matter experts in the laboratory and working on administrative, process improvement, and problem-solving activities;
- The individual must understand the value of research collaborations and be able to communicate effectively on both scientific and business topics;
- The individual should have some legal and regulatory knowledge and excellent writing and grammar skills;
- Direct experience in program administration, preferably at an academic institution, is strongly desired;
- Ability to work collaboratively on an interdisciplinary team, manage multiple tasks and apply independent analysis and critical thinking are desired;
- Ability to communicate on scientific and/or technical topics is desired;
- Experience and ability to utilize collaborative work platforms within the Office 365 Suite, such as SharePoint and Teams is preferred to communicate information efficiently and asynchronously.
About Us
"We put science to work!"
Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation’s environmental, energy, and national security challenges.
Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:
- Benefits vary based upon employment status
- Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
- Short & Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Life Insurance Non-Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
- AD&D Non-contributory 1x salary (company paid)
- Savings & Investment plan:
- Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
- Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yr. vesting in company match)
- Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
- Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Plan
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at SRNLRecruiting@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.
