Theoretical (T) Division Leader (R&D Manager 6)
- Req. Number: IRC141178
- Organization : T-DO/Theoretical
- City, State: Los Alamos, New Mexico
- Salary: $196,700 - $360,200
What You Will Do
Reporting to the Associate Laboratory Director for Simulation, Computing and Theory (ALDSCT), the Theoretical (T) Division Leader is responsible for providing visionary leadership, strategic direction, and effective management of Los Alamos National Laboratory's Theoretical Division. The Theoretical Division has an annual budget of $217.3 million. It is comprised of approximately 218 staff members, 104 postdoctoral researchers, 112 students, and 168 visiting scholars. The Theoretical Division advances understanding of the physical world through both basic and applied theoretical and computational research, addressing pressing national security challenges while pushing the frontiers of science. Its interdisciplinary teams support a wide range of physics-based disciplines and collaborate extensively with internal and external research partners to achieve mission and scientific excellence. This leader will demonstrate a record of sustained scientific achievement, successful program delivery, and effective advocacy for theoretical science. They will bring proven experience in managing scientific organizations, a strong commitment to technical and operational excellence, and the ability to foster collaboration and innovation across diverse research domains. This includes area of especial current importance: nuclear deterrence, global security and energy dominance, AI and data, and quantum information science.
The Theoretical Division Leader will:
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 15 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
Note to Applicants: To be considered, you must provide a cover letter, which addresses how your knowledge, skills and abilities meet the minimum and desired requirements and a CV.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
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.
Where You Will Work
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 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, September 30th. 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
Reporting to the Associate Laboratory Director for Simulation, Computing and Theory (ALDSCT), the Theoretical (T) Division Leader is responsible for providing visionary leadership, strategic direction, and effective management of Los Alamos National Laboratory's Theoretical Division. The Theoretical Division has an annual budget of $217.3 million. It is comprised of approximately 218 staff members, 104 postdoctoral researchers, 112 students, and 168 visiting scholars. The Theoretical Division advances understanding of the physical world through both basic and applied theoretical and computational research, addressing pressing national security challenges while pushing the frontiers of science. Its interdisciplinary teams support a wide range of physics-based disciplines and collaborate extensively with internal and external research partners to achieve mission and scientific excellence. This leader will demonstrate a record of sustained scientific achievement, successful program delivery, and effective advocacy for theoretical science. They will bring proven experience in managing scientific organizations, a strong commitment to technical and operational excellence, and the ability to foster collaboration and innovation across diverse research domains. This includes area of especial current importance: nuclear deterrence, global security and energy dominance, AI and data, and quantum information science.
The Theoretical Division Leader will:
- Provide scientific and technical leadership and management of the Division on all matters, including but not limited to stewarding scientific capabilities and developing and maintaining strategic plans as well as addressing staffing, budget, safety and security issues both near- and long-term
- Be a proactive member of the SCT leadership team in defining and supporting the Lab mission, priorities and objectives including National Security programmatic missions
- Demonstrate the highest personal and intellectual integrity, the ability to establish trust, commitment to scientific and technical excellence, and operational effectiveness
- Ensure technical quality, scientific excellence, delivery on commitments, and seamless integration with safety and security
- Create an intellectual environment that is conducive to forward-looking scientific research, development, innovation, and mission delivery, and which attracts, retains and develops the highest caliber scientific staff
- Advocate for and increase the value and visibility of LANL's theoretical research in national and international venues
- Work effectively to build collaborative relationships with our external partners (other national laboratories and universities, and tech partners) and across the Laboratory, including teaming with support organizations to address challenges facing the organization
What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
- A record of successful scientific research and programmatic accomplishments in an area of Theoretical Division-relevant research as evidenced by publications, citations, presentations, grants or programmatic support, and/or leadership of large technical projects
- Demonstrated experience managing broad, complex organizations or programs conducting foundational and national security research, displaying commitment to scientific excellence, effective project execution, and budget management
- Demonstrated ability to build programmatic and institutional support for mission priorities
- Experience attracting, developing, motivating, and managing a creative workforce, managing conflict, negotiating agreements, delegating authority, and building consensus
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with staff and stakeholders at all levels
- Experience in effective decision-making and taking prudent risks
- Ability to obtain a DOE Q Clearance.
Education/Experience: Position requires a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 15 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications:
- Knowledge of the Theoretical Division technical and research portfolio and an understanding of how the portfolio broadly supports mission.
- Working knowledge or prior experience in the DOE/NNSA Laboratory environment.
- Experience or demonstrated ability to represent the Laboratory with the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Department of Energy (DOE), Department of War (DoW), National Science Foundation (NSF) or other customer agencies
- Knowledge of external funding agencies (DOE, NNSA, DoW, DHS, NIH, NSF, etc.), including significant experience and engagement with programmatic sponsors (programmatic interaction, strategy development, and/or change of station) and internal LDRD.
- Ability to obtain a SCI Clearance.
Note to Applicants: To be considered, you must provide a cover letter, which addresses how your knowledge, skills and abilities meet the minimum and desired requirements and a CV.
Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China-including the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macau-as well as citizens of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (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.
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.
Where You Will Work
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 (PTO 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 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, September 30th. 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 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 such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.
