Pacific Northwest National Laboratory · 5 days ago
Division Director - Earth Systems Science
Richland, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$212K/yr - $339K/yr
13+ years expPacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution dedicated to addressing the nation’s energy and environmental challenges. The Earth Systems Science Division Director will lead a multidisciplinary team, focusing on advancing Earth system opportunities for energy systems and national security through applied research and strategic leadership.
Biomass EnergyEnergyGovernmentProduct ResearchSecurity
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Leading the development and execution of the Earth Systems Science Division (ESSD) strategy in partnership with the EED leadership team and other PNNL stakeholders
Developing world‐class research capabilities (people, equipment and facilities) that are externally recognized for scientific and engineering excellence, and that support the DOE mission and deliver national impact
Modeling, creating and reinforcing a culture of research excellence that includes safety, security, and operational discipline
Stewarding and communicating ESSD’s accomplishments with internal and external stakeholders to advance the Lab’s and DOE’s reputation
Implementing best practices to recruit, develop, assess performance, and retain talented subject matter experts to support current and future mission needs
Ensuring robust succession planning for key technical capabilities needed for current and future business growth
Managing budgets and assets to ensure facilities, equipment, and operating procedures are adequate and deliver on mission priorities
Qualification
Required
BS/BA and 15 years of relevant technical experience -OR-
MS/MA or higher and 13 years of relevant technical experience
Preferred
Record of progressively increasing strategic leadership and line management experience
Familiarity with research and development in the technical areas represented by the Division
Demonstrated experience in safe and healthy operations
Strong, proven management skills in collaboration, interpersonal communications, problem solving, and human relations skills
Willingness to move to the Tri-Cities, WA, area
Ph.D. in a relevant science or engineering discipline, with 15+ years of progressively responsible technical leadership, program leadership, and line management experience
Record of R&D accomplishment in at least one of the areas of technical capability managed by the Division
Well‐developed strategic planning, organizational and capability development, and business development skills, with a demonstrated record of regularly meeting financial and operational expectations
Knowledge and experience working with relevant DOE and other ESSD mission sponsors
Record of success working with and collaborating with U.S. industry and universities
Demonstrated experience effectively communicating to a variety of technical and non-technical audiences
Ability and willingness to obtain and maintain a security clearance
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Robust telehealth care options
Several mental health benefits
Free wellness coaching
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Basic life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Tuition assistance
Relocation
Backup childcare
Legal benefits
Supplemental parental bonding leave
Surrogacy and adoption assistance
Fertility support
Company-funded pension plan
401 (k) savings plan with company match
Up to 120 vacation hours per year
Ten paid holidays per year
Company
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory operates as a government research laboratory.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2022-07-14Grant
2018-07-16Grant
Leadership Team
Allison Campbell
Associate Laboratory Director for Earth and Biological Sciences
Deborah Gracio
Laboratory Director
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