Division Director, X-ray Science Division

Job Summary

The Argonne National Laboratory’s Photon Sciences directorate is seeking a Division Director for the X-ray Science Division (XSD). XSD enables world-class research using x-rays by developing cutting-edge x-ray instrumentation and techniques and pursues research in the physical, chemical, environmental, and materials sciences. The selected Division Director will lead beamline development and strategy, provide high-level direction and guidance for instrumentation R&D, x-ray optics, detector, and scientific software activities, collaborate with other Argonne Division Directors and APS partners, and serve as a member of the APS senior management team.

Responsibilities

• Leading beamline development and strategy to take advantage of the leap in source performance
• Providing high-level direction and guidance for the instrumentation R&D, x-ray optics, detector, and scientific software activities
• Collaborating with other Argonne Division Directors and APS Partners outside Argonne to integrate their programs into APS strategies
• Serving as a member of the APS senior management team, supporting the APS Director’s Office in the development of new scientific directions for the facility and ensuring efficient and safe operation of current XSD programs

Position Requirements

• A PhD in a relevant scientific/technical field with a minimum of 15+ years’ experience, including preferred background in developing x-ray beamlines or comparably complex scientific instrumentation
• Knowledge of, and a high scientific reputation in, the application of synchrotron radiation, in at least one of the areas aligned with the strategic direction of a high-brightness, hard x-ray source
• Experience in managing relationships with sponsors or shareholders at a senior level, establishing strong partnerships with scientific user communities and sister facilities
• Experience in managing safe, efficient operations in a large scientific/research environment
• Experience developing, managing, and motivating a high-performing population of multi-disciplinary scientific, technical, and professional support teams
• Experience in the strategic incorporation of talent management in overall workforce planning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills resulting in positive, productive interactions with external and internal contacts at all levels, including senior Laboratory management and distinguished visitors

Job Family

Research Development (RD)

Worker Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$253,997.00 - $396,235.71

Benefits

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