Senior Physical Scientist - Research Leadership

US Department of Energy Headquarters

Germantown (MD)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

The Basic Energy Sciences (BES) program at the U.S. Department of Energy Headquarters is recruiting for individuals who can lead multi-disciplinary physical science research aimed at advancing energy technologies.

The role requires a strong track record in directing complex projects and evaluating proposals with a focus on feasibility and impact. Qualified candidates must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-14 level, and must meet the basic requirements outlined for

Qualifications

Specialized experience equivalent to GS-14 in Federal service.
Experience directing multi-disciplinary physical science research aligned with organizational priorities.
Ability to evaluate proposals, diagnose feasibility, and resolve technical issues.
Acting as technical authority in national/international forums and interagency committees.

Responsibilities

Direct multi-disciplinary physical science research to meet organizational goals.
Evaluate research proposals and ongoing projects for feasibility and issues.
Represent the organization in science forums and collaborations to foster partnerships.