Fusion Program Manager

UT-Battelle; Oak Ridge (TN); In loco; USD 150.000 - 210.000; Tempo pieno

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Descrizione del lavoro

UT-Battelle's Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a senior program leader to guide fusion research initiatives. You will partner with scientists, engage sponsors, and drive strategic priorities aligned with ORNL’s mission and DOE objectives.

Responsibilities include coordinating proposal development, ensuring governance, and shaping program strategy while collaborating across departments. Strong communication and project management skills are essential for success in a fast-paced national

Competenze

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong project management experience, delivering with tight deadlines.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams across large research programs.

Mansioni

• Partner with scientists and engineers across ORNL and DOE labs to guide fusion research.
• Engage with senior leadership to set strategic objectives and priorities for fusion.
• Coordinate proposal preparation and submission processes for renewals and new projects.
• Consolidate information and analyses to identify areas for program improvement.
• Foster cross-functional partnerships and ensure governance across the research lifecycle.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Strategic thinking

Formazione

Advanced degree in Physics/Nuclear Engineering or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Overview

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is the U.S. Department of Energy’s largest multi-program science and energy research facility. As a world-class innovation hub, ORNL conducts cutting-edge research in energy production, advanced materials, national security, environmental science, and computing. The laboratory is home to some of the most powerful supercomputers and state-of-the-art facilities in the world, enabling groundbreaking discoveries that address the nation’s most pressing scientific and technological challenges.

Major Duties/Responsibilities

• Partner with scientists and engineers across ORNL and other DOE laboratories to demonstrate advancements in Fusion in science and engineering applications.
• Engage with laboratory senior leadership to develop strategic objectives and priorities for Fusion research.
• Interact regularly with sponsor to describe ORNL program capabilities, activities, highlighs, and relevant initiatives including laboratory directed resesearch and development (LDRD); to understand their needs, concerns, and directions; and to improve alignment between ORNL and sponsor.
• Serve as primary point of contact for industry / external partner engagement and strategic project development
• Coordinate proposal preparation and submission proces for renewals and new projects in program and organize high-quality submissions.
• Consolidate information and analyzes organization to identify areas for improvement.
• Stimulate opportunities and new lab initiatives consistent with program strategy.
• Approve project plans and ensures governance throughout the research lifecycle.
• Collaborate with multiple departments and counsels staff to foster cross-functional partnerships.
• Communicate direction to stakeholders and facilitates risk assessments.
• Communicate strategy as well as current and upcoming program opportunities to relevant line managers and staff.
• Deliver progress updates and follows up on key initiatives.
• Contribute to the recruitment, succession, and retention of key staff critical for the program. development of workforce.
• Support coordination of partnerships and proposal coordination.
• Deliver ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service. Promote equal opportunity by fostering a respectful workplace – in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or related field of study and 12+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience at a scientific organization, national laboratory or other research institution.
• Project management experience, particularly in terms of defining deliverables, managing conflicting schedules and requirements, and setting and meeting deadlines.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Special Requirements

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.

About ORNL

As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on‑site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT‑Battelle is an E‑Verify employer.

Relocation

Moving can be overwhelming and expensive. UT‑Battelle offers a generous relocation package to ease the transition process. Domestic and international relocation assistance is available for certain positions.

This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired.

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