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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory - Baton Rouge, LA

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Baton Rouge, LA
51-100 employees
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Scientific Awards and Recognition Manager at PNNL will lead the RISE (Recognition in Science and Engineering) Program, focusing on enhancing the laboratory's culture of excellence through strategic leadership in science awards initiatives. This role involves developing strategies to increase the win rate for prestigious awards, managing the award nomination process, and fostering an inclusive environment that promotes recognition across the organization.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategies to increase the win rate of top-level science awards.
  • Facilitate award wins across all levels of the organization, ensuring broad participation and recognition.
  • Continuously assess and refine award strategies to improve success rates and program effectiveness.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in award management to introduce innovative approaches.
  • Establish the RISE Program as a formal and robust program of record within PNNL.
  • Lead and steward a RISE committee that reflects the laboratory's research breadth and enables nimble, effective decision-making.
  • Develop and update policies and procedures related to the award nomination process to ensure transparency and consistency.
  • Manage the award program budget, ensuring optimal allocation of resources.
  • Strategically identify and cultivate the skills necessary for winning prestigious awards and preparing competitive nominations.
  • Utilize outsourcing, when necessary, and deliberately develop in-house skills that can be nurtured within the laboratory to support the RISE program.
  • Implement succession planning and cross-training to ensure skill stability and continuity.
  • Mentor and coach staff on preparing effective award nominations.
  • Drive improvement in PNNL's culture regarding the nomination and pursuit of external awards and recognition.
  • Undertake efforts to increase institutional understanding of what it takes to win, including placing staff on award committees.
  • Promote an inclusive approach to nominations and recognitions, ensuring diversity and representation.
  • Manage the resourcing of Tier 1 award preparations to ensure appropriate resource allocation and high-quality standards.
  • Promote a culture of award pursuit by making the nomination process more accessible and rewarding.
  • Establish, monitor, and communicate PNNL's performance against appropriate metrics related to awards and recognitions.
  • Inform and educate line managers and staff about awards and their roles in the nomination process.
  • Elevate recognition of program by communication award achievements through various channels.
  • Provide regular reports and analytics to leadership on award program performance.
  • Maintain a library of useful materials accessible to all staff, including past submission examples and an inventory/calendar of awards.
  • Ensure recognition extends beyond award winners to include nominators and others involved in the process.
  • Develop feedback mechanisms to gather input from participants and stakeholders for continuous improvement.
  • Cultivate strong relationships with awarding bodies and serve as the primary point of contact.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, including industry partners and academic institutions.
  • Enhance the organization's visibility and influence within the scientific community.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to staff on preparing effective award nominations.
  • Conduct workshops and training sessions to educate staff on the award nomination process and best practices.
  • Implement training programs to develop in-house expertise in award submission processes.

Requirements

  • BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant experience, or MS/MA and 7+ years of relevant experience.
  • Proven track record of leading successful award nomination processes or similar initiatives.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
  • Familiarity with major science and technology awards and recognition programs.
  • Exceptional strategic planning and organizational skills.
  • Strong leadership abilities with experience in committee stewardship and cross-functional team management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to cultivate relationships across a diverse organization and motivate others toward common goals.
  • Strong ability to analyze award criteria and tailor nominations to meet specific requirements.
  • Experience in skill development, succession planning, and cultural transformation initiatives.
  • Track record of taking long-term goals and bringing clarity and structure to deliver program outcomes.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage resources effectively and promote a culture of excellence.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience in mentoring and coaching staff on award nominations.
  • Knowledge of best practices in award management and recognition programs.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Basic life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance
  • Tuition assistance
  • Supplemental parental bonding leave
  • Surrogacy and adoption assistance
  • Fertility support
  • Company funded pension plan
  • 401k savings plan
  • Up to 120 vacation hours per year
  • Ten paid holidays per year
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