Career Pathways Program Manager

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory • Berkeley, CA

2d • $114,324 - $192,936 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Career Pathways Office (CPO) within the Laboratory Directorate at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory (LBNL) is seeking an innovative and collaborative Career Pathways Program Manager. Reporting to the Career Pathways Office Director and working under limited direction, this role advances Berkeley Lab's scientific workforce by administering career advancement programs, review and promotion processes, and workforce development initiatives that support the development, recognition, and retention of world-class scientific talent. In this role, you will ensure the effective implementation of career advancement policies and programs by collaborating closely with scientific divisions, Human Resources, and Laboratory leadership. You will deliver robust program management, communications, training, and operational support that strengthen career pathways across the Lab, directly impacting the growth and success of researchers, postdoctoral fellows, and early-to-mid-career scientific staff. We're here for the same mission, to bring science solutions to the world. Join our team and YOU will play a supporting role in our goal to address global challenges! Have a high level of impact and work for an organization associated with 17 Nobel Prizes!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Higher Education Administration, Public Administration, Business Administration, STEM, Education, Organizational Development, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience administering academic personnel, faculty affairs, career development, workforce development, higher education, or similar institutional programs.
• Experience coordinating complex programs or processes involving multiple stakeholders, competing priorities, and established institutional policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams, provide programmatic guidance to leadership, and partner effectively with cross-functional partners.
• Track record of planning and implementing workshops, professional development programs, conferences, or institutional events in both in-person and virtual environments.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze program data, evaluate effectiveness, track outcomes, and leverage technology and AI tools to streamline administrative processes while maintaining confidentiality and sound judgment.
• Strong project management, organizational, and time management skills, along with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Workspace, project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet), and institutional databases.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with expertise in creating clear guidance documents, presentations, training materials, and web content.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Higher Education Administration, Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, STEM, Education, or a related field.
• Experience supporting academic review, promotion, faculty affairs, scientific workforce, or academic personnel programs within a national laboratory, research university, or complex research organization.
• Experience with change management, policy implementation, or organizational communications.
• Experience administering competitive review, award, fellowship, or recognition programs.
• Experience developing and delivering both in-person and virtual training programs.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of Berkeley Lab's Scientist & Engineering (S&E) career framework by updating hiring and promotion materials, developing manager resources, preparing communications, and coordinating change management activities.
• Develop, maintain, and deliver engaging communications, presentations, guidance documents, training materials, web content, and organizational resources that support career advancement, academic review, and CPO initiatives.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of CPO programs and events, including the Scientific Leadership & Management Skills Course, Postdoc Career Symposium, Berkeley Lab Research SLAM, and mid-career engagement initiatives in partnership with the Mid-Career Advisory Board.
• Manage the full lifecycle call and internal review processes for postdoctoral fellowship opportunities, early-career awards, and scientific recognition programs, including managing timelines and application materials.
• Partner with Human Resources, scientific divisions, and multidisciplinary stakeholders to implement career advancement policies, offer process guidance, and foster networking opportunities with alumni and employers.
• Collect, analyze, and report program metrics to evaluate effectiveness, track outcomes, identify opportunities for improvement, and drive data-informed decision-making.
• Represent the Career Pathways Office on Laboratory committees, working groups, and professional association events.

Benefits

• Exceptional health and retirement benefits, including pension or 401K-style plans
• Opportunities to grow in your career - check out our Tuition Assistance Program
• A culture where you’ll belong - we are invested in our teams!
• In addition to accruing vacation and sick time, we also have a Winter Holiday Shutdown every year.
• Parental bonding leave (for both mothers and fathers)
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level