Chemistry Division Deputy Division Leader (R&D Manager 5)
- Req. Number: IRC135298
- Organization : Chemistry (C-DO)
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $176,000 - $315,000
- Recruiter Name: Tafoya, Hannah Jean
- Recruiter Email: hjtafoya@lanl.gov
What You Will Do
Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world. Be part of our team in creating and sustaining an inclusive work environment by being YOU!
We are currently seeking a Deputy Division Leader for our Chemistry Division Office; in this role the Deputy Division Leader will be a partner in providing strategic direction and management oversight for the Chemistry Division (C Division). This division has highly successful and enduring collaborations with academia, industry and other national laboratories and is home to world-class capabilities in synthesis, diagnostics, detection, analysis and characterization, and spectroscopy. Chemistry partners with other divisions in interdisciplinary activities including nanoscience, non-traditional chemical and material processing, isotope production, and nuclear science as well as atomic, molecular and optical spectroscopies. C Division is an intellectually and programmatically strong and diverse organization with over 330 full time employees and a budget in excess of $200M, fulfilling core roles across the LANL mission space of nuclear deterrence and stockpile stewardship, protecting against the nuclear threat, and energy security, while providing fundamental research and technical solutions for the emerging missions of the Laboratory.
Reporting to the Division Leader, the successful Deputy Division Leader candidate will have direct responsibility for significant elements of the technical leadership of the Division and represent the Division and Directorate in institutional level science and program planning. The selected individual will also help lead a management team enabling program execution and technical excellence while meeting goals in operations, business stewardship and human resource management. #chemistry, #chemleader
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
The successful candidate will have expert-level knowledge and proven experience, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of science or engineering from an accredited institution and 12 years related experience; or PhD in a relevant field of science or engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
PhD preferred
Desired Qualifications:
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, October 31st. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity:Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory 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. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
National Defense Authorization Act: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
Come join the best and brightest minds in the world at one of the most innovative and creative multidisciplinary research institutions engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. The work we do at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) matters to our country and the world. Be part of our team in creating and sustaining an inclusive work environment by being YOU!
We are currently seeking a Deputy Division Leader for our Chemistry Division Office; in this role the Deputy Division Leader will be a partner in providing strategic direction and management oversight for the Chemistry Division (C Division). This division has highly successful and enduring collaborations with academia, industry and other national laboratories and is home to world-class capabilities in synthesis, diagnostics, detection, analysis and characterization, and spectroscopy. Chemistry partners with other divisions in interdisciplinary activities including nanoscience, non-traditional chemical and material processing, isotope production, and nuclear science as well as atomic, molecular and optical spectroscopies. C Division is an intellectually and programmatically strong and diverse organization with over 330 full time employees and a budget in excess of $200M, fulfilling core roles across the LANL mission space of nuclear deterrence and stockpile stewardship, protecting against the nuclear threat, and energy security, while providing fundamental research and technical solutions for the emerging missions of the Laboratory.
Reporting to the Division Leader, the successful Deputy Division Leader candidate will have direct responsibility for significant elements of the technical leadership of the Division and represent the Division and Directorate in institutional level science and program planning. The selected individual will also help lead a management team enabling program execution and technical excellence while meeting goals in operations, business stewardship and human resource management. #chemistry, #chemleader
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
The successful candidate will have expert-level knowledge and proven experience, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
- Experience managing in research facilities with chemical and/or radiological or nuclear hazards.
- Management of research and development organizations, including the development and implementation of business and operational systems supporting science and programs.
- Strong record of accomplishments in science or technical programs demonstrated by:
- Documented publications, presentations and funding
- Experience in developing technical capability and improving scientific infrastructure
- Demonstrated creation and motivation of technical teams utilizing leadership in the physical sciences
- Demonstrated ability to attract, mentor and reward scientific staff in successful technical efforts
- Ability to lead the workforce in creating and sustaining an inclusive work environment that enables innovation and creativity through diverse thoughts and ideas.
- Demonstrated success in supporting internal and external collaborations to develop complex programs; representing the programs internally and externally to sponsors and/or review boards.
- Experience in implementing, enforcing and providing guidance for Laboratory objectives and other statements of policy, practice and/or procedure.
Education/Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field of science or engineering from an accredited institution and 12 years related experience; or PhD in a relevant field of science or engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
PhD preferred
Desired Qualifications:
- PhD in a relevant field of science or engineering.
- Knowledge of the C-Division technical and research portfolio and an understanding of how the portfolio supports LANL's missions.
- Experience interacting with internal program offices and external funding agencies (DOE, NNSA, DoD, DHS, etc.) while effective managing personal conflict, negotiating agreements and partnerships.
- Capabilities in implementing, enforcing and providing guidance for Laboratory objectives and other statements of policy, practice and/or procedure
- Line management, supervision and development of assigned employees for an organization of a moderate scale for a team larger than 30 people.
- Ability to delegate authority and build consensus through effective communication with subordinates, peers and superiors.
- Ability to work within teams supporting organizational or institutional goals.
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Position commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants:
- For full consideration, applicants must submit a curriculum vitae (CV) and a comprehensive cover letter that addresses each requirement of the position.
- Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (paid sick, vacation, and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
*Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Internal Applicants: Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements.
Incentive Compensation Program: Position is eligible to participate in the Triad Incentive Compensation Program. You must be in an eligible position for a minimum of 3 months, before July 1st and remain in an eligible position as of the end of the fiscal year, October 31st. The annual distribution is prorated based on the number of months in the eligible position.
Equal Opportunity:Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Laboratory 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. To request a disability accommodation, email applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505) 664-6947, opt. 3.
National Defense Authorization Act: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
