Geosciences Program Manager

Department of Energy Headquarters

Germantown (MD)

Remote

USD 169,000 - 197,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

The Department of Energy Headquarters is seeking a Geosciences Program Manager within the Office of Science to oversee fundamental geosciences and related physical science research programs, manage operations, monitor performance, and steward program budgets.

Responsibilities include formulating long-range goals, delivering scientific advice to senior leadership, coordinating merit reviews, calls for proposals, and representing the agency on interagency technical committees.

Qualifications

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts.
Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Formulate long-range scientific program goals and research roadmaps in basic geosciences or related physical science fields.
Deliver authoritative scientific advice to senior leadership on geosciences developments and policies.
Monitor scientific project execution across the agency complex to ensure goals and technical requirements are met.
Organize independent merit reviews and calls for proposals to select high-impact research projects.
Represent the agency on interagency and technical committees to build partnerships with external scientific organizations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics with 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science

Job description

Hiring Agency: Department of Energy Headquarters

This position is part of the Office of Science - Headquarters, Department of Energy. As a Geosciences Program Manager, you will manage fundamental geosciences and physical science research programs to support national energy goals and oversee program operations, monitor project performance, and manage program budgets.

Key Responsibilities

The Basic Energy Sciences (BES) program supports fundamental research to understand, predict, and ultimately control matter and energy at the electronic, atomic, and molecular levels, generating knowledge that can lay the foundations for new energy technologies and advance DOE missions in energy, environment, and national security. BES research emphasizes discovery, design, and understanding of new materials and new chemical, biochemical, and geological processes.

The ultimate goal is to better understand the physical world and harness nature to benefit people and society. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans.

As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Physical Scientist/Geosciences Program Manager, you will: Formulate long-range scientific program goals and research roadmaps in basic geosciences or related physical science fields. Deliver authoritative scientific advice to senior leadership on geosciences developments and policies.

Monitor scientific project execution across the agency complex to ensure goals and technical requirements are met. Modify and justify organizational budget submissions to align financial resources with scientific priorities. Organize independent merit reviews and calls for proposals to select high-impact research projects. Represent the agency on interagency and technical committees to build partnerships with external scientific organizations.

Requirements & Education

This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website. BASIC REQUIREMENT FOR 1301 SERIES Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.

OR Combination of education and experience: education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education. Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $169279 – $197200/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-09.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.