Division Director, Experimental Physics — Lead Nuclear Science

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab); Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 169,000 - 267,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) in Newport News, Virginia seeks a Division Director for CEBAF Experimental Physics to lead the division's scientific program, budget, and safety culture in support of CEBAF's nuclear physics mission.

Reporting to the Associate Laboratory Director for CEBAF, the role shapes priorities, collaborates with international users, and partners with the CEBAF Accelerator Division and EIC Project teams to ensure timely, compliant, and

Qualifications

• 20+ years hands-on experience in experimental physics.
• 3+ years leading multi-disciplinary research groups or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the CEBAF Experimental Physics Division and set strategic priorities.
• Oversee division budgets, multi-year programs, and cross-department initiatives.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across all division activities.
• Direct user support for equipment development and experiment execution.
• Coordinate with CEBAF Accelerator Division and EIC Project teams on beam requirements and schedules.
• Represent the division to national and international scientific communities and the DOE Site Office.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and workforce planning for staff.

Skills

experimental physics

leadership

Education

PhD in Physics

Job description

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) in Newport News, Virginia seeks a Division Director for CEBAF Experimental Physics to lead the division's scientific program, budget, and safety culture in support of CEBAF's nuclear physics mission.

Reporting to the Associate Laboratory Director for CEBAF, the role shapes priorities, collaborates with international users, and partners with the CEBAF Accelerator Division and EIC Project teams to ensure timely, compliant, and