Chief Science and Technology Officer

Overview

Are you passionate about contributing to groundbreaking innovations that will help shape our nation's energy future? Do you have a diverse background in scientific research and/or technology development? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Idaho National Laboratory is seeking an experienced technical professional with a track record of national-level leadership success for the role of Chief Science and Technology Officer (CSTO) for the Energy & Environment Science & Technology (EES&T) Directorate. The team works a 9x80 schedule located at our Idaho Falls facility with every other Friday off. You will report to the Associate Laboratory Director.

The CSTO provides scientific and strategic leadership for EES&T and serves as a senior adviser to the Associate Laboratory Director (ALD). EES&T is dedicated to propelling the nation s energy future through a comprehensive approach that covers a wide range of innovative fields, from fundamental science to applied energy research.

Our focus areas include:
Integrated Energy Systems, Critical Minerals and Materials, Advanced Manufacturing, Autonomous Systems, Biomass and Waste Feed stocks, Distributed Energy Systems, Thermal and Chemical Systems, and Transportation and Energy Storage. These dynamic research areas form the backbone of our strategy, designed to accelerate innovation from early-stage research to pilot-scale demonstration. By joining our team, you will work on projects at the forefront of energy and environmental science, driving impactful change and contributing to an energy-abundant future.

• Represents the EES&T directorate and INL in various forums, understanding the full scope of EES&T work and ensuring research objectives align with INL s vision, mission, and values.
• Ensures EES&T delivers high-quality, relevant, and impactful research and development, and advocates for EES&T accomplishments to advance the Laboratory s standing, recognition, and branding.
• Proactively manages and drives internal investments in the EES&T Laboratory Directed Research & Development (LDRD) portfolio, from concept development to harvest strategies for successful outcomes.
• Drives EES&T collaboration across the laboratory through engagement with other CSTOs and directorate fellows.
• Leads initiatives to increase the quality and quantity of EES&T s research outputs, including documenting discoveries, inventions, patents, and innovations.
• Assists EES&T in drawing world-class researchers to INL and provides mentorship for early and mid-career researchers, with emphasis on career development and support.
• Completes other duties as assigned by the Associate Laboratory Director.

Minimum Requirements:

• Level 5:
  PhD in engineering, science, or related technical discipline and 6 years of related experience.
• Level 6:
  PhD in engineering, science, or related technical discipline and 10 years of related experience.
• Depending on work assignment, obtain and maintain a DOE level "L" or "Q" security clearance which requires US Citizenship.
• Proven experience in mentoring and guiding junior staff in technical and professional development; experience leading initiatives that promote knowledge sharing and skill enhancement within the team.
• Familiarity with federal funding processes.
• Proven track record of crafting and securing successful competitive proposals.

Preferred Experience:

• 15+ years of relevant experience.
• Laboratory and industry experience with established professional connections.
• Experience interfacing with the Department of Energy and other U.S. Government agencies, universities, industry, and external entities.
• Familiarity with critical minerals and materials research and development needs.
• Experience communicating complex technical topics to wide-ranging audiences (written and verbal).

• While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, and work in an office and field/laboratory environment. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to keyboard or type, handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job may require operation of job-related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.
  
  Visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform essential functions are required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Level 470:
  The pay range is ($137,076 - $281,196). Level 480:
  The pay range is ($164,592 - $337,428). Compensation decisions are determined using factors such as education, relevant experience, and other credentials.
• TDP:
  This is a testing designated position; you will be required to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and periodic drug testing.
• Multi-Level: This is a multi-level posting; you will be placed at the appropriate level based on depth and breadth of proven experience and skills.