[ES_JOBS_NET] Joint Global Change Research Institute (JGCRI) Director, College Park, MD

[christine.wiedinmyer.ucar at gmail.com]

Joint Global Change Research Institute (JGCRI) Director


*         College Park, Maryland

*         Earth and Biological Sciences

*         Regular Full-Time

*         No

*         03/07/2022

*         3122


https://careers.pnnl.gov/jobs/3122?lang=en-us


Job Description


Overview



Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is seeking a Director for the
Joint Global Change Research Institute (JGCRI) at the University of Maryland
(UMD). JGCRI, established in 2001 and located at the College Park campus of
UMD, is a vibrant intellectual hub that develops, stewards, and applies
capabilities developed by PNNL for the Department of Energy and many other
sponsors to address key issues at the interface between human and Earth
systems. The Institute includes over sixty full-time scientists, engineers,
post-graduate researchers, students, and support staff, plus a number of
guest researchers, joint appointees, and interns dedicated to understanding
and exploring responses to environmental change across a range of sectors
and scales. 


Responsibilities



This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead an interdisciplinary,
world-class research team addressing important issues in both basic and
applied research. The JGCRI Director is responsible for:

*	The operation and overall strategic direction of JGCRI
*	Overseeing and working with an established line management team to
ensure effective line management for JGCRI staff, including recruitment,
retention, mentorship, and career development
*	Partnering with senior staff to represent the Institute in a variety
of scientific forums
*	Building and maintaining connections with other PNNL groups at the
main campus in Richland, Washington
*	Overseeing and working with a support team to ensure efficient,
safe, and secure operations
*	Maintaining a personal research portfolio that is aligned with
JGCRI's research directions
*	Working with project leaders to ensure a vibrant and sustainable
research portfolio
*	Serving as a bridge between PNNL and UMD to foster continued
collaboration


Qualifications



Minimum Qualifications:

*	Bachelor's Degree plus 10 years of experience
*	Advanced Degree plus 8 years of experience. 

Preferred Qualifications:

*	Demonstrated technical leadership and history of leading large,
interdisciplinary research teams
*	Strong reputation with an international network of collaborators
*	Outstanding written and oral communication skills
*	Ph.D. in a science domain relevant to JGCRI research (e.g., energy
systems, economics, Earth system science, political science, etc.) with 10+
years of experience
*	Demonstrated line management experience with success in building
teams
*	Track record of successful fundraising and executing projects or
programs
*	Familiarity with DOE research programs would also be a plus, but not
required


Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment



None


Additional Information



Not Applicable


Testing Designated Position

Not Applicable
About PNNL



Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research
institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the
values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every
year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned
researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S.
Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of
them!
 

At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent
benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework
options. The Joint Global Change Research Institute (JGCRI) is located at
the University of Maryland (UMD) in College Park, Maryland.


Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment
Opportunity



Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment
dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national
security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment
Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment,
we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and
individuals with disabilities to apply for employment.

 

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for
employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including
pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age,
disability, genetic information (including family medical history),
protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected
by federal, state, and/or local laws.

 

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with
disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in
employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability,
contact us at  <mailto:hr at pnnl.gov> hr at pnnl.gov.


Drug Free Workplace



PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance
Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the
possession and use of illegal drugs.


Mandatory Requirements



Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of
employment, subject to accommodation.  Applicants are required to disclose
their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and
must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control
(CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination, or provide documentation of need for
medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement.

 

 

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