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National Laboratory of the Rockies · 18 hours ago

Deputy Laboratory Director - Science and Technology

Golden, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$350K/yr - $630K/yr

15+ years exp

The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) is the U.S. Department of Energy’s primary national laboratory for energy systems. The Deputy Laboratory Director of Science and Technology (DDST) will serve as a key executive leader, shaping the laboratory’s scientific strategy and ensuring excellence across research programs while fostering partnerships to expand NLR’s national and international impact.

Clean EnergyCleanTechEnergyRenewable Energy

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serves as the senior scientific leader for the laboratory and will be responsible for developing NLR's scientific and technical strategic planning efforts

Continuously assesses and identifies opportunities to strengthen the laboratory’s current and future core capabilities, the quality of the research conducted and its impact, and the relevance of its research programs

Develops programs and initiatives that drive process improvement, cost effectiveness and optimization of resources to support NLR’s research mission

Assist with the creation and overall accomplishment of the laboratory’s strategic agenda in collaboration with the Laboratory Director and Associate Laboratory Directors including but not limited to the DOE Performance Evaluation and Measurement Plan (PEMP)

Maintain a working knowledge of the research business plans and strategy, organizations’ structure and resources

Manage key relationships within leading research institutions, the S&T committee of the Alliance Board of Directors, Chief Research Officer’s Council and other committees with the Department of Energy at the deputy assistant secretary level while leading and supporting NLR's major goals and initiatives

Manage and lead discretionary R&D investments such as the Laboratory Directed Research and Development program as well as champion the increased impact of the Laboratory Directed R&D portfolio

Work with senior leadership to promote development of the Lab's scientific and technical talent pipelines, including the postdoctoral director’s fellowship program

Represent the laboratory to DOE and other sponsors, various scientific and engineering institutions, research partners, academic partners as well as dignitaries from around the world

Qualification

PhDSenior research leadershipStrategic planningEnergy systems expertiseRelationship managementDecision-makingNegotiation skillsCoachingDevelopmentEmpathySensitivityCourageCommunication skills

Required

PhD and 15 or more years of relevant work experience, including previous experience as a senior research leader at a large R&D organization

A successful track record of developing and sustaining deep relationships with significant stakeholders, up to and including Board level

An established record working with the Department of Energy or a similarly funded entity in a senior research management role

Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date

Ability to influence internal and external to NLR

Exceptional capacity for managing and leading people; ability to connect with staff both on an individual level and in large groups

Demonstrated ability to negotiate complex partnership agreements that provide impact to NLR and partners while being compliant with all DOE and laboratory requirements

Strong interpersonal skills in developing and maintaining effective relationships

Comprehensive oral and written communications skills are essential

Critical skill capabilities in decision-making and innovative problem-solving required, as well as comprehensive leadership skills

Considerable skill in interpreting and articulating laboratory policies and procedures

Demonstrated ability in strategic planning; the ability to establish and communicate goals and objectives; and to develop impactful partnerships and strategies within the context of a mission-oriented organization

This position requires an onsite hybrid work arrangement and remote applicants will not be considered

Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a DOE (Q) security clearance and SCI access. SCI access may require a polygraph examination

Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age and a U.S. citizen

Ability to travel is required for this position

Preferred

Experience in multiple functions within a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), major research or academic institution with a national/international reputation in their scientific field

Excellent relationship management skills to promote trust and partnership internally and externally to the laboratory and be a champion in nurturing an organizational culture that reflects NLR's values

Documented record of R&D management of increasingly diverse science and technology programs that refresh institutional capabilities