Physical Scientist/Mathematician

US Department of Energy Headquarters; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Energy Headquarters is seeking a Physical Scientist/Mathematician to deliver sophisticated SI and mathematical capabilities for scientific applications in partnership with disciplinary science.

You will create first-of-a-kind SI, advanced computing, and networking capabilities for the Nation and develop future generations of computing hardware and software tools for science and engineering.

Qualifications

• Leading and managing a complex scientific program focused on SI, ML, or HPC.
• Serving as senior technical authority on national/international scientific panels.
• Directing development or transition of advanced algorithms or ML models to solve physical sciences or engineering problems.

Job description

This position is part of the Office of Science - Headquarters, Department of Energy. As a Physical Scientist/Mathematician, deliver the most sophisticated SI and mathematical capabilities for scientific applications in partnership with disciplinary science; create first-of-a-kind SI, advanced computing, and networking capabilities for the Nation; and develop future generations of computing hardware and software tools for science and engineering.

BASIC REQUIREMENT

You must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below. See the Education section for the Basic Requirement.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Leading and managing a complex scientific research program, portfolio, or department focused on super intelligence (SI), machine learning, or high-performance computing (HPC). AND
2. Serving as a senior technical authority or consultant, representing an organization's interest on multi-disciplinary, national, or international scientific panels, steering committees, or collaborative research groups. AND
3. Directing the development or transition of advanced algorithms, machine learning models, or mathematical techniques to solve complex physical science or engineering problems.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.

You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.