Position Overview:
The Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS) is an internationally preeminent science facility, operated by Stanford University at the SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory on behalf of the Department of Energy, Office of Science. This facility provides world-leading scientific capabilities to a global user community, covering a very broad research portfolio including the direction of energy and information transformation and transport in systems relevant to microelectronics, catalysis, and quantum information science; understanding how atomist structure and dynamics influence disease and drug function; identifying design criteria for controlling density instabilities in inertial fusion energy materials; push the envelope of scientific discovery with an unprecedented X-ray laser source.
This is a pivotal and rare time at LCLS to shape the scientific direction of the facility. By Fall of 2027 we will have completed the construction of an 8 GeV superconducting linear accelerator. This accelerator represents a multibillion-dollar investment in high repetition rate X-ray laser science and technology, making LCLS a world leading X-ray source from both a peak and average brightness perspective in the wavelength range extending from 5 nm to 1 Å.
The SRD Division Leader will be essential to defining and delivering the scientific impact of this tremendous research opportunity. The successful candidate needs to have demonstrated insightful and forward-looking science priority setting. Additionally, we will be targeting a candidate capable of excelling in scientific community outreach and leadership and setting the R&D priorities needed to drive the scientific impact enabled by the LCLS facility.
These opportunities and responsibilities will be delivered through the leadership of the SRD Division at LCLS, involving the line management of a one-hundred-person Division dominated by PhD researchers. The successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to facilitate the development of research leaders with a diverse set of skills and career trajectories.
Your specific responsibilities will be to:
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Foster a highly collaborative, positive, respectful and inclusive culture in all aspects of our work.
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Ensure operational direction, scientific insight, and career development leadership to a group of ~100 research scientists. Oversee all aspects of hiring, performance management, and staff development.
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Lead SRD staff in identifying new programs (BES initiatives, and other agencies), and in cultivating new user communities and science areas where LCLS capabilities and expertise may have a transformative impact. Identify strategic scientific partners (SLAC, Stanford, nationally, internationally) and engage with them in driving future LCLS science.
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Plan, commission and exploit the identified developments, and establish appropriate mechanisms for oversight of optimized deployment, ongoing effectiveness and future improvement to meet the evolving LCLS needs.
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Ensure the SRD team has the appropriate staff, skills, knowledge and abilities to deliver its mission both now and in the future ¿ consistent with financial and operational constraints.
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As part of the LCLS leadership team, and a senior member of SLAC, provide proactive strategic and operational solutions to deliver the wider LCLS/SLAC strategy.
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Other duties as assigned by LCLS/SLAC management.
Note: This position is a posting at the Senior Scientist level. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a tenured faculty appointment at the level of associate or full professor via a separate parallel assessment process. Appointment at the Senior Scientist level is a regular-continuing position and requires demonstrated international research leadership in field of expertise.
Applicants should include a cover letter, a statement of research including brief summary of accomplishments, a curriculum vitae, a list of publications, and names of three references for future letters of recommendation with the application. Potential applicants who wish to discuss the position in more detail may contact the LCLS Director, Kelly Gaffney at [email protected].
To be successful in this position, you will bring:
Education & Experience:
Ph.D. in a scientific or engineering field strongly related to LCLS science, with at least 10 years of post-Ph.D. professional experience including:
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Extensive body of research, development, or applied work that is internationally acknowledged to have defined major advancements in research.
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Substantial experience in delivering complex, multi-year technical projects.
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Extensive experience leading and managing scientific and technical research groups.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Define research frontiers and directions. Innovate, develop, and apply advanced technical principles, theories, concepts, and highly advanced technologies.
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Proven ability to mentor junior staff and peers, with a strong focus on career development.
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Work and communicate effectively with a diverse population.
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Define, prioritize and deliver a complex portfolio of research programs.
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Interpersonal skills that can secure the trust of a broad research community and manage any conflicts in a manner that reinforces our strong commitment to a respectful, inclusive and diverse workplace.
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Successfully manage organizational and cultural change in a complex environment
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Commitment to safety as an overarching priority.
SLAC Manager Competencies:
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Team Effectiveness: Effectively motivates team members and fosters a diverse and collaborative team environment; leverages team members¿ strengths for overall team effectiveness; incorporates insights to improve team operations.
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Purpose & Vision: Articulates a clear vision of expected outcomes; inspires others to execute work plans and feel a sense of purpose and ownership for the mission.
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Builds Trust: Earns trust and credibility from team members, peers and stakeholders; demonstrates SLAC values of respect and integrity.
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Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve team, department/directorate and lab goals.
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Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences; delivers clear and appropriate written and verbal communications; makes clear and impactful presentations to a variety of internal and external audiences.
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Navigates Complexity: Manages a multitude of information and complex circumstances to discern what is most important; demonstrates effective problem-solving, decision-making, and takes appropriate action, even in difficult situations or with conflicting data.
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Results through Others: Achieves expected results by effectively delegating and managing the work of others.
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Aligns Priorities: Ensures planning and prioritization of resources and work efforts; ensures alignment of direct and matrix reports to support organizational goals and business plans.
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Applies Lab Acumen: Maintains understanding of lab efforts and direction as well as current research and trends, considers technology and customer impacts, and contributes relevant, informed ideas to lab growth.
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Self-Awareness: Seeks feedback from others and takes ownership of, and actions to address what is learned; recognizes impact on others and adjusts as needed; pursues continuous learning opportunities; implements a meaningful development plan.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS*:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
May work extended hours depending on operational or research needs.
WORK STANDARDS:
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Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
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Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1 - General Policy and Responsibilities:
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Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide,
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As a national laboratory, SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is responsible for adhering to the Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) and Department of Energy (DOE) Order 473.1A, which require employees to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, employees must successfully complete the applicable tier of federal background investigation post hire and receive a favorable federal adjudication. The tier of federal background investigation will be determined by job duties and national security or public trust responsibilities associated with the job. All tiers of investigation include a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture within the last 1 to 7 years (depending on the applicable tier of investigation). Illegal drug activities include marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws.
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Classification Title: Senior Scientist
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Grade: N10, Job code: 1324
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Duration: Regular Continuing
The expected pay range for this position is $ 240,799 to $ 292,634 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs. At SLAC/Stanford, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.
