Head of Accelerator Operations

Brookhaven National Laboratory; Upton (NY); On-site; USD 184,000 - 306,000; Full time

Job summary

Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks an Operations Section Head for the Accelerator Division to provide strategic and administrative leadership over the Operations Section. You will ensure coordinated planning of accelerator operations, maintenance, installation, commissioning, and machine studies, aligning with DOE expectations and laboratory priorities.

The role requires 10+ years in accelerator operations with significant leadership experience, strong planning, and proven ability to integrate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Physics, Engineering, Accelerator Science, or related STEM.
• 10+ years in accelerator operations or similar, with 6+ years leadership.
• Experience coordinating operations, maintenance, or installation.
• Ability to integrate engineering, science, and operations to meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Operations Section with strategic direction.
• Oversee accelerator operations, maintenance planning, and safety.
• Coordinate maintenance, installation, and upgrade activities.
• Collaborate with division leadership and project teams.

Skills

Leadership

Operations planning

Communication

Team building

Safety culture

DOE knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Physics/Engineering/Accelerator Science

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Brookhaven National Laboratory seeks an Operations Section Head for the Accelerator Division to provide strategic and administrative leadership over the Operations Section. You will ensure coordinated planning of accelerator operations, maintenance, installation, commissioning, and machine studies, aligning with DOE expectations and laboratory priorities.

The role requires 10+ years in accelerator operations with significant leadership experience, strong planning, and proven ability to integrate