Provide administrative management and oversight of research activities in the areas including Actinide, Geochemical, and Separation Sciences (20%).  Conducts world-leading research in one or more areas within AGSS (80%).  Reports directly to the Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division Director. Specific responsibilities are:

Conduct world-leading research in separation sciences, heavy element chemistry, and/or geochemical interfacial processes

Contribute to the development and implementation of the strategic plan for the Chemical Sciences and Engineering Division and within the AGSS Theme

Manage theme research and administrative activities with the support of AGSS group leaders and Division administration

Provide leadership and support for AGSS efforts to respond to new funding opportunities and maintain core programs

Ensure staff access to facilities to perform their research

Ensure productive relationships with sponsors

Communicate needs of the Theme to Division leadership

Provide leadership for safety and security

Foster career development for all staff members within AGSS

Support diversity and inclusion within the Division

Other duties as assigned by the Division Director

Position Requirements

This level of knowledge and skill is normally acquired through advanced formal education (usually Ph.D. degree level in chemistry, physics, engineering, or geoscience) and 15+ years of experience in research including directing the research of Ph.D.-level scientists and engineers

Comprehensive skill in effectively developing and managing fundamental research programs, research staff, and resources

Good Communication and interpersonal relationship skills

Research skills in separation sciences, heavy element, processes at geochemical interfaces

Extensive experience in writing and defending research proposals and archival journal manuscripts

Considerable knowledge of general physical, inorganic, solution, and interfacial chemistries. Considerable skill in formulating, planning, prioritizing, conducting creative, innovative research, and skills in mentoring research staff

Good knowledge of DOE and Argonne policies, rules, and regulations​

Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork

Application Materials:

Cover letter

Curriculum Vitae

Summary of Research Highlights

Job Family

Research Development (RD)

Job Profile

R&D Multi-Functional Leader 2

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

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