Group Manager – Scalable Algorithms, Modeling, and Simulation

National Renewable Energy Laboratory; Golden (CO); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Pension benefits

403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory in Golden, CO, is looking for a Group Manager to lead the Scalable Algorithms, Modeling, and Simulation (SAMS) group within the Computational Science Center. Candidates must possess significant experience in fluid mechanics, computer science, and applied mathematics.

This leadership role involves strategic planning, managing budgets, and developing world-class talent. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and personal time off.

Qualifications

• 9 years of experience with Bachelor’s Degree, 7 years with Master’s, or 4 years with PhD required.
• Experience in scalable CFD discretization, multiphysics modeling, solvers at scale.
• Record of scientific accomplishment and programmatic delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and strategic planning for the SAMS group.
• Develop computational strategy aligned with the NLR mission.
• Manage budget and administrative functions.

Skills

Leadership ability

Excellent communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Conflict resolution

Talent development

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related research discipline

Master’s Degree

PhD

Job description

Group Manager – Scalable Algorithms, Modeling, and Simulation

Location: CO - Golden | Position Type: Regular | Hours Per Week: 40

Overview

The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) seeks a leader for the Computational Science Center (CSC). The role focuses on scalable algorithms, modeling, and simulation (SAMS). The group, spanning fluid mechanics, computer science, applied mathematics, and simulation science, collaborates with NLR scientists to develop tailored computational solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide vision, strategic planning, and leadership to the SAMS group and CSC.
• Work with other group managers to develop computational strategy aligned with the NLR mission.
• Keep abreast of technological advancements related to scalable algorithms, modeling, and simulation.
• Develop strategic staffing plans and recruit world‑class talent.
• Hold regular team meetings to review priorities, promote cohesion, and provide growth paths.
• Manage budget, performance reviews, and administrative functions for proper execution.
• Support workforce development through coaching, mentoring, training, and other opportunities.
• Honor NLR’s employment opportunity, affirmative action, and anti‑sexual harassment programs, policies, and procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related research discipline with 9 years of experience, or Master’s Degree with 7 years, or PhD with 4 years; previous management or budget development required.
• Experience in scalable CFD discretization, multiphysics/multiregime fluid modeling, solvers at scale, performance portability, and cross‑domain co‑design.
• Record of scientific accomplishment and programmatic delivery in these areas.
• Leadership ability: set vision, manage multidisciplinary projects, adhere to budgets, optimize resources, secure funding, and develop computational assets.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, conflict resolution, mentoring, and talent development skills.

Benefits Summary

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability insurance.
• Pension benefits.
• 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match.
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Personal time off (PTO) and sick leave; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, domestic partner status, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable laws. NLR is a leader in DOE efforts; all candidates must be authorized to access facilities per DOE rules.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for accommodations are encouraged; accommodations will be provided in accordance with federal, state, or local laws.