Group Leader, Materials & Physical Data

Los Alamos National Security LLC; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO/HD medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an outstanding scientific leader to serve as the Group Leader for the Materials & Physical Data Group (XCP-5) at LANL. You will direct scientific strategy, manage a diverse portfolio, and collaborate with theoretical, software, and weapons design teams to advance material models and data libraries.

You will help plan and execute strategic initiatives within XCP and the division, guiding ~25 staff scientists, ~10 postdocs, and guest researchers, with a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and 8 years related experience.
• Ph.D. in science or engineering strongly preferred.
• Experience in leadership and staff development.
• Ability to recruit and grow technical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific direction for the Materials & Physical Data Group (XCP-5).
• Manage a large research portfolio across multiple technical areas and sponsors.
• Collaborate with theoretical, software, and weapons design teams.
• Contribute to strategic planning and execution within XCP division.

Job description

Los Alamos National Laboratory is seeking an outstanding scientific leader to serve as the Group Leader for the Materials & Physical Data Group (XCP-5) at LANL. You will direct scientific strategy, manage a diverse portfolio, and collaborate with theoretical, software, and weapons design teams to advance material models and data libraries.

You will help plan and execute strategic initiatives within XCP and the division, guiding ~25 staff scientists, ~10 postdocs, and guest researchers, with a