Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group Leader (T-5) (R&D Manager 4)
This position is open for both internal and external candidates to apply.
About the Role
The Theoretical Division is seeking candidates for the Group Leader position in the Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group. The Applied Mathematics and Plasma Physics Group (T-5) conducts research in applied mathematics, numerical analysis, optimization and control, artificial intelligence, image reconstruction/processing, network science, theoretical and computational plasma physics, space weather, and fusion energy science. The group integrates an interdisciplinary team of researchers trained in mathematics, statistics, computer science, physics, and engineering.
The group is composed of 43 staff scientists and 26 postdoctoral fellows who are supported by an annual budget of over $50M from multiple sponsors, including DOE (NNSA, Office of Science, Office of Electricity, ARPA-E), DOD, and NASA. The group contributes to national and global security, combining mathematical modeling, large-scale computer simulations, and AI/data science to support Los Alamos National Laboratory's enhanced deterrence mission.
Responsibilities
- Strategic and operational management of the group
- Participation in division-level visions and strategies
- Promoting and maintaining fruitful scientific interactions with both internal and external organizations
- Working with staff scientists to recruit, mentor, and develop outstanding new scientific talent
- Fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce and environment
- Development of new opportunities to support the research enterprise in the group
- Direct supervision of the group's staff with responsibility for their performance evaluation, salary, and career development
- Conducting an active and vibrant research program at approximately 50% of their time
Requirements
- Demonstrated expertise and record of accomplishment in one or more of the research areas described above; the ability to contribute technically to one or more group projects, and the ability to develop programs in associated technical areas
- Effective and successful leadership experience, preferably in a scientific or technical team, group, or project setting
- Experience recruiting, mentoring, supervising, and facilitating the technical work of scientific researchers at all levels
- Effective communication skills, including the ability to engage in technical conversations across disciplines, discuss program strategies with current and potential sponsors, delegate tasks to staff and administrators, and interact with all levels of Laboratory management
Qualifications
Position requires a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution and 8 years related experience; or, an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Desired Qualifications
- Experience building collaborative relationships across group, division, laboratory, and national boundaries
- Experience proposing, developing, and sustaining research programs
- Demonstrated record of recruitment and mentoring of excellent scientists
- Active Q Clearance
Work Location
The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Benefits
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50-mile radius)
This position requires a Q clearance, and obtaining such clearance requires U.S. Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter.