Director, Materials Science Division - Frontier Materials

Argonne National Laboratory; Lemont (IL); On-site; USD 254,000 - 396,000; Full time

Job summary

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for the position of Director for the Materials Science Division (MSD), a core division within the Physical Sciences and Engineering Directorate. The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across quantum materials, energy storage, and AI-driven discovery, leveraging facilities like APS, CNM, and ALCF to advance national priorities.

The role requires a Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required and internationally recognized record in leadership and funding.
• Proven track record in strategic scientific direction and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Exceptional communication with executive leadership and sponsors.

Responsibilities

• Provide visionary leadership to define scientific strategy and priorities.
• Lead development of cohesive research agendas leveraging national facilities.
• Foster partnerships across academia, industry, and other DOE centers.
• Manage division operations including talent, budget, and resources.
• Represent MSD to sponsors, partners, and international community.
• Ensure safety, integrity, and alignment with Argonne Core Values.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Communication with sponsors

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in materials science/physics/chemistry or related field

Job description

Argonne National Laboratory invites applications for the position of Director for the Materials Science Division (MSD), a core division within the Physical Sciences and Engineering Directorate. The Director will provide strategic and operational leadership across quantum materials, energy storage, and AI-driven discovery, leveraging facilities like APS, CNM, and ALCF to advance national priorities.

The role requires a Ph.D.