Group Leader, Quantum Materials & Heterostructures

Oak Ridge National Laboratory

Oak Ridge (TN)

On-site

USD 200,000 - 260,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) seeks a Group Leader for the Quantum Heterostructures (QHS) Group within the Foundational and Quantum Materials Science Section of the Materials Science and Technology Division (MSTD). The leader will guide a multidisciplinary team, shape strategic vision, and ensure excellence in research execution, safety, and collaboration.

The role focuses on epitaxial thin-film synthesis, quantum materials, and advanced scattering or spectroscopy, with opportunities to

Qualifications

Ph.D. in materials science, condensed matter physics, materials chemistry, quantum information science, or a related field.
At least 6 years of relevant R&D experience.
Demonstrated expertise in epitaxial thin-film synthesis, quantum materials, topological materials, strongly correlated systems, advanced scattering or spectroscopy, quantum sensing, or quantum-device physics.
Demonstrated ability to obtain external research funding and lead R&D teams, programs, or major initiatives.
Demonstrated leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to lead a multidisciplinary research group.

Responsibilities

Define and implement a cohesive research strategy that advances the priorities of the QHS Group, MSTD, and ORNL.
Recruit, hire, retain, and develop talented scientists and technical staff.
Mentor staff members, postdoctoral researchers, and students; establish clear performance expectations and support career development.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, scientific excellence, and continuous learning.
Identify and pursue funding opportunities; lead proposal development; and manage sponsored research projects.
Build strategic partnerships with industry, academia, national laboratories, and government agencies to expand the group’s impact and resources.
Champion safety, security, and ethical research practices; ensure compliance with ORNL policies and Environment, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESH&Q) standards.
Represent the QHS Group and MSTD at scientific conferences, sponsor meetings, and stakeholder briefings.
Support ORNL’s mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with the laboratory’s core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
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.