Director, Computational Sciences & High-Performance Computing

National Lab of the Rockies; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

National Laboratory of the Rockies in Golden, CO seeks a Center Director to lead the MCCS Computational Science Center, guiding strategic direction and coordinating with the MCCS leadership to advance high-performance computing for energy research.

The role requires PhD or equivalent with substantial leadership experience, managing staff, budgets, and safety while partnering with sponsors and partners to expand capabilities in AI, data, and visualization.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Science, Computer Science, or related field with 7 years of experience, or a master's with 9 years of related experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE Q Security Clearance.
• Breadth of knowledge across computational science and advanced computing with leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership addressing DOE and CMEI needs to position CSC for future success.
• Integrate the Center’s six groups and establish shared priorities.
• Lead personnel with diverse skills and manage staffing, budgets, and performance.
• Develop strategic capabilities and programs aligned with lab mission.

Education

PhD in Computational Science or Computer Science

Master's in related field

Job description

National Laboratory of the Rockies in Golden, CO seeks a Center Director to lead the MCCS Computational Science Center, guiding strategic direction and coordinating with the MCCS leadership to advance high-performance computing for energy research.

The role requires PhD or equivalent with substantial leadership experience, managing staff, budgets, and safety while partnering with sponsors and partners to expand capabilities in AI, data, and visualization.