Louisiana Light Source Director

About the role

The Louisiana Light Source (LLS), formerly known as the Center for Advanced Microstructures & Devices at Louisiana State University, is a synchrotron facility supporting a broad research portfolio including catalysis, minerals processing, agriculture, biotechnology, extreme-uv lithography, and materials science. It operates within LSU's Office of Research & Economic Development (ORED) and serves as a critical hub for interdisciplinary research.

Responsibilities

• Manage the administrative infrastructure, technical and scientific staff, and research facilities to support and promote the success of the broad range of research projects.
• Prepare budgets, allocate resources, and coordinate with ORED for strategic planning.
• Serve as the principal advocate and ambassador for the evolving programs, articulating and promoting the scientific vision within the university and at the national and international levels.
• Act as the liaison with University administration, faculty, research staff, and external entities including other universities, federal, state, local, professional, industrial, and private interests.
• Maintain a presence on review panels and advisory boards, and stay informed of national and international developments in X-ray science and accelerator physics.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary research between the synchrotron facility and appropriate University colleges, departments, centers, and institutes, as well as other campuses, universities, and research entities both foreign and domestic.
• Lead efforts with federal and state agencies and industry partners to secure funding and execute projects advancing research infrastructure resources in areas such as materials research, microfabrication, X-ray crystallography, synchrotron radiation, and nanotechnology.
• Work closely with principal investigators of major projects to ensure the availability and proper allocation of resources necessary for success.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 7 years of experience in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline. LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply— a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required years of experience specified in the job description.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.
• Proven record of accomplishment in science and/or engineering research.
• Demonstrated experience leading large organizations, research centers, or major initiatives.
• Proven success in securing and managing large-scale grants and contracts.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

• Suitably qualified applicants may be considered for faculty status.

Benefits

LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Skills

Not specified in the job posting.

Benefits

LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Pay

Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.

Skills

Not specified in the job posting.

Additional Information

Please provide a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references, including name, title, phone number, and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required before hiring.

Contact Information

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.