[ES_JOBS_NET] Deputy Group Leader, Geophysics group, Los Alamos National Lab

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://lanl.jobs/los-alamos-nm/deputy-group-leader-rd-manager-3/242D5E38911C448FAEF31FB6BE25BDC7/job/


What You Will Do

Come and join the brightest minds at the most innovative R&D facility supporting our national security!The Earth and Environmental Sciences (EES) Division at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has an opening for a Deputy Group Leader (DGL) within the Geophysics (EES-17) Group. The DGL will work with the Group Leader of EES-17 and will be responsible for supporting the scientific leadership and management as well as operation and administration of EES-17. The EES-17 DGL is funded 50% for management activities and 50% for scientific andprogrammatic work.

In their management role, the DGL will work closely with the Group Leader to advance the strategic and tactical planning of scientific programs, administer budgets and performance standards, manage facilities and operations, direct investments in program development, and work closely with staff to ensure proper mentoring, training, and career development. Forecasting staffing requirements, recruiting and retention of staff, directing assignments, and monitoring performance are key activities of the Group Management.

Fifty percent of the candidate's time will be funded by joining existing technical projects and/or developing new projects relevant to EES-17 where the candidate will play a technical or project leadership role. The successful candidate will also function as a key part of the EES Division Leadership Team, sharing responsibility for the objectives and mission of the Division, including cross-organizational collaboration and strategic planning, sound management practices, and operational excellence.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements:

*        Achievement in a technical area relevant to the group and strong communication skills as evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, reports, briefings, and/or presentations.

*        Record of identifying and responding to funding opportunities and program development.

*        Experience in management, supervision, and development of staff. Examples may include some of the following: promoting teamwork, building consensus among teams, mentoring staff, motivating peers and subordinates, managing performance, and resolving conflicts

*        Ability to obtain a Q Clearance, which usually requires US citizenship. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.

Education/Experience : Minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree in science or engineering field, or related field and five years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the position.Ph.D. in Science, Engineering, or related field is strongly preferred.

Desired Qualifications:

We are interested in learning about experiences applicants may have in some of the following areas:

*        Project management with multi-disciplinary teams.

*        Engagement with sponsoring organizations (DOE, NNSA, DoD, DHS, Other Government Agencies, Industry, etc.).

*        Knowledge of LANL or other poli0cies in integrated work management, safety, security, quality, environment, finance, and human resources.

*        Operating in research facilities where classified materials are handled regularly.

Note to Applicants:
*        Please include a CV with a publication list and a cover letter addressing your background as it fulfills the job requirements and desired skills.

Location: This position will be physically located in Los Alamos, NM.

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.

The Geophysics group, EES-17 comprises approximately 40 scientists and technologists, 10 summer and full-time students, and 10 postdocs. The Group is organized into three teams (Signals & Signatures, Seismo-Acoustics, and Modeling & Simulation). These teams combine basic and applied research to develop novel and integrated approaches in support of LANL missions in National Security and Energy Security. The Group has an annual operating budget of about $30M. Our work includes ground-based nuclear detonation detection using seismic and atmospheric infrasound signals; field instrumentation deployments; experiments to understand the physics of explosive sources; rock fracture and damage simulation capability using continuum and discrete approaches; studies of earth dynamics (including modeling and evaluation of the tectonic state of stress and earthquake prediction); containment support for subcritical weapons experiments; support for US participation in international nuclear weapons treaties (CTBT); support to the intelligence community; active and passive subsurface seismic imaging; and linear and nonlinear acoustic imaging of solid materials for characterization and damage assessment. Our sponsors include Department of Energy (DOE) (e.g., National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), Basic Energy Sciences (BES) and Fossil Energy), Intelligence Agencies, Department of State (DoS), Department of Defense (DoD), and Industry. A broad understanding of quantitative Earth Science and the tools and techniques used across a wide spectrum of geophysics are integral components to work in EES-17. Staff scientists in EES-17 work closely with other earth science specialists within the EES division along with other science disciplines across the laboratory such as space physics, chemistry, weapons physics, computer sciences, and Statistics.

The following comprehensive benefits and financial plans are offered for you and your eligible family members:

*        PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

*        Dental and vision insurance

*        Free basic life and disability insurance

*        Paid maternity 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)

Additional Details

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 <https://directives.nnsa.doe.gov/supplemental-directive/sd-0206-0002> . 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). Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements

*        for access to classified matter.

*        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 <https://www.directives.doe.gov/directives-documents/400-series/0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg> 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.

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 <https://int.lanl.gov/policy/documents/P701.pdf> for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, 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 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 at lanl.gov or call 1-505-665-4444 option 1.

Appointment Type

Regular

Regular

Contact Details
Contact Name Hall, Lorna Jane
Email lorna.hall at lanl.gov
Work Telephone
Vacancy Name: IRC86571
Organization Name EES-17 / Geophysics
Minimum Salary 135800
Maximum Salary 235600
Req ID: IRC86571
Category: Science

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