Los Alamos National Laboratory

Materials & Physical Data Group Leader (R&D Manager 4)

Los Alamos National Laboratory$170K — $295K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Demonstrated expertise in physics relevant to materials and physical data, backed by publications or presentations.
  • Experience in recruiting and developing scientific talent.
  • Proven record of effective leadership and strategic program development in multidisciplinary settings.
  • Strong communication skills suitable for technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years related experience; Ph.D. preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the scientific direction of the Materials & Physical Data Group.
  • Oversee and manage a significant research portfolio with diverse programmatic sponsors.
  • Align active research programs with group mission and laboratory goals.
  • Collaborate with internal teams for validation experiments and modeling efforts.
  • Develop strategies for organizational evolution within the group.

Benefits

  • PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with a nationwide network.
  • Dental and vision insurance provided.
  • Free basic life and disability insurance coverage.
  • Paid childbirth and parental leave available.
  • Award-winning 401(k) with matching contributions.
  • Flexible schedules and generous paid time off (PTO).
  • Onsite wellness programs and gyms included.
  • Substantial relocation packages for candidates moving from outside a 50-mile radius.
Full Job Description
Job Title Materials & Physical Data Group Leader (R&D Manager 4) Location Los Alamos, NM, US Organization Name XCP-5/Materials and Physical Data Minimum Salary 170600 Maximum Salary 295400 This position is open for both internal and external candidates to apply. What You Will Do We are seeking an outstanding scientific leader to serve as the Group Leader for the Materials & Physical Data Group (XCP-5). XCP-5 is an interdisciplinary group which develops, implements, and validates constitutive models (material strength, damage and failure, etc.), equations of state (EOS), and physical data libraries including opacities and nuclear cross-sections for use in large-scale simulation codes. Additionally, some group members collaborate in the design and analysis of small-scale and integral validation experiments for material models and physical data. XCP-5 offers an exciting, flexible, scientifically challenging work environment with many opportunities to collaborate with the broader LANL scientific community. As Group Leader, you would be responsible for the scientific direction of the group, delivering high-quality science, while maintaining an active research program that aligns with the group's mission. You will manage a large research portfolio across multiple technical areas and multiple programmatic sponsors. Your teams will work in close partnership with teams from across the Laboratory, including theoretical research, software development, and weapons design teams. Additionally, the XCP-5 Group Leader will collaborate with the XCP division leadership team in the areas of strategy planning, organizational direction, and execution. The research and analysis work of XCP-5 supports a variety of Laboratory missions, including nuclear weapon design, certification, and assessment, experimental modeling and analysis, and global security. Currently, XCP-5 maintains a budget of ~$20M and consists of ~25 staff scientists, ~10 postdoctoral research associates, and a vibrant student and guest scientist population. What You Need Minimum Job Requirements: Technical Expertise Demonstrated expertise and record of accomplishment in one or more physics areas relevant to XCP-5, supported by publications, presentations, software, or other evidence of completed work. Talent Acquisition and Growth Experience in recruiting, building technical capabilities, staff development, and facilitating the technical work of scientific researchers at all levels. Direct experience successfully mentoring is required. Leadership Demonstrated ability to lead with integrity and decisiveness towards organizational and institutional goals. Experience in strategic program development, leadership, and execution, preferentially within a multidisciplinary scientific or technical team or project setting. Communication and Collaboration Demonstrated ability to effectively present technical work and concepts to others, including nontechnical audiences. Strong collaborative and relationship-building skills that promote the careers of staff, postdoctoral researchers, and students while creating a positive work environment. Education/Experience: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. Desired Qualifications: Vision for XCP-5 A vision for organizational evolution and program development that supports and enhances all capabilities and sub-teams within the group. LANL Weapons Physics Knowledge Knowledge of LANL line management/program management interactions and roles & responsibilities, plus knowledge of the activities, needs, and workflow of the nuclear weapons physics applications community. International Research Portfolio Citations, honors, and/or participation in national/international committees in one or more physics areas relevant to XCP-5. Multi-Physics Codes Knowledge Demonstrated knowledge of multi-physics codes, including their strengths, weaknesses, and long-term physics capability needs. A Ph.D. in science or engineering in a specialization relevant to XCP-5 is strongly preferred. 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. Note to Applicants: 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. 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)
Additional Details 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 Policy P701 for applicant eligibility requirements. Employment Status Full Time Appointment Type Regular Regular Contact Details Contact Name Nyenhuis, Niko Alexander Email [email protected] Work Telephone

About Los Alamos National Laboratory

Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a United States Department of Energy national laboratory initially organized during World War II for the design of nuclear weapons as part of the Manhattan Project. It is located a short distance northwest of Santa Fe, New Mexico in the southwestern United States. LANL conducts research in fields such as national security, space exploration, renewable energy, medicine, nanotechnology, and supercomputing. It is the largest institution of its kind in the world. LANL is managed and operated by Triad National Security, LLC, which is composed of Battelle Memorial Institute, the University of California, and the Texas A&M University System.
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