Center Director, Materials Science & Physical Chemistry

Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque seeks a Director to lead the Materials, Physical & Chemical Sciences Center, overseeing research in advanced materials, materials aging, and manufacturing, with partnerships across the Labs and with Los Alamos.

The role emphasizes strategy, AI modeling, quantum microelectronics, and collaboration to advance national security programs; reports to Associate Lab Director for Advanced Science & Technology.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in large research or center-level management.
• Experience guiding multi-disciplinary teams in materials science fields.
• Strategic planning and execution for scientific programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Materials, Physical and Chemical Sciences Center and its groups.
• Manage direct reports and ensure effective leadership across the center.
• Collaborate with programs and line organizations to achieve mission objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Program management

Materials science

Job description

Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque seeks a Director to lead the Materials, Physical & Chemical Sciences Center, overseeing research in advanced materials, materials aging, and manufacturing, with partnerships across the Labs and with Los Alamos.

The role emphasizes strategy, AI modeling, quantum microelectronics, and collaboration to advance national security programs; reports to Associate Lab Director for Advanced Science & Technology.