Deputy Associate Laboratory Director, Photon Sciences

Argonne National Laboratory • Lemont, IL

98d • $272,799 - $430,435

About The Position

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for the position of Deputy Associate Laboratory Director (DALD) for Science & Technology, at the Photon Sciences Directorate (PSC) of Argonne National Laboratory. PSC is home to the Advanced Photon Source (APS), the leading high-brightness hard x-ray synchrotron light source in the world, and one of the large-scale scientific user facilities funded by Basic Energy Sciences in the Office of Science of the Department of Energy. PSC is also developing new accelerator technologies for future light sources. The APS facility has 72 experimental facilities that attract more than 5,000 unique scientific users each year carrying out research in various disciplines in the natural sciences. The APS is one of the most productive large scale user facilities in the world, with more than 40,000 publications to date, many societal impacts and operating in direct support of the nation's economic competitiveness. The facility recently completed a major accelerator upgrade to a 4th generation storage ring that will deliver world-leading X-ray brightness. The upgrade is also transforming our X-ray research capabilities by delivering 9 new beamlines and upgrades to 14 of our existing beamlines.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in physical sciences or life sciences.
• Strong understanding of synchrotron radiation science and its applications.
• Extensive, successful experience at large-scale scientific facilities.
• Proven track record of leadership and experience of strategic planning in a scientific environment.
• Comprehensive organizational, leadership and managerial skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.
• Ability to model Argonne's core values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
• Interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, and ability to interact with people at all levels both within and outside the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Associate Laboratory Director to develop and implement strategic plans that align with PSC and the APS's mission and goals.
• Responsible for an ambitious R&D portfolio in X-ray science and technology including the rapid deployment of AI methods to accelerate scientific discovery.
• Responsible for partnering activities at PSC and APS, including the scientific coordination of Collaborative Access Teams.
• Support the development and execution of major projects and initiatives, including facility upgrades and expansions.
• Provide scientific oversight for new major beamline projects, or Major Item of Equipment projects.
• Collaborate with leaders inside and outside the Laboratory to cultivate and create new partnerships with industry, DOE, academia, and other stakeholders to build strategic collaborations and amplify the Laboratory's capabilities and S&T breakthroughs in X-ray science.
• Partners with the laboratory deputy director for science and technology and peers in other Argonne directorates on major lab initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in identifying, cultivating, and forming relationships to broaden or deepen partner commitments and achieve outcome metrics.
• Support the development of the research part of laboratory annual plan and participates in internal reviews of new laboratory initiatives.
• Responsible for conducting periodic scientific evaluation of the APS facility and coordinating reviews with APS advisory bodies, particularly the Science Advisory Committee.
• Engage with U.S. light source deputies for science to coordinate science and technology strategies where appropriate.
• Mentor and develop future scientific leaders, promoting professional growth and excellence.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees