Project Director/Research Technical Manager

Project Director/Research Technical ManagerJob ID6147LocationSLAC - Menlo Park, CAFull-TimeRegularSLAC Job PostingsPosition Overview:The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, a Department of Energy Office of Science (DOE SC) national research facility, seeks a Project Director with multi-decadal experience in synchrotron radiation-based or x-ray free electron laser (XFEL)-based instrumentation development as well as proven leadership performance in DOE O 413.3b projects. The successful candidate will lead preparation for and execution of a line-item DOE O 413.3b project.Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

The successful Project Director candidate will be responsible for all aspects of project strategic leadership, planning, and execution including preliminary budget and schedule development consistent with DOE guidance and DOE O 413.3b requirements, stakeholder interfacing, high level project management (working in conjunction with a project manager), DOE O 413.3b compliance, critical staffing, project execution safety, and technical scope definition, management, and execution as the project proceeds through the DOE O 413.3b gating decisions CD0 to CD4.

Ensure effective cooperation and coordination between the project team and SLAC operations stakeholders.

Interface with the SLAC Office of Project Management.

Mentor project technical staff for successful and efficient execution of the DOE O 413.3b project.

Achieveproject objectives through leadership of technical and managerial staff engaged in developing, advancing and applying science, engineering and technology; typically involving multiple levels of professional and managerial staff.

Manage the adoption and adaptation of emerging technologies to meet project requirements, capabilities, and opportunities.

Collaborate with university leaders on scientific, engineering or technical research project decisions.

To be successful in this position you will bring:

Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or related field with at least 10 years of post-Ph.D. professional experience or combination of education and relevant experience.

Record of instrumentation development for synchrotron or XFEL radiation that demonstrates competence in technical project scope definition, technical decision making, technical team leadership, and technical project execution.

Prior leadership or management experience in a DOE O 413.3b accelerator-based project that demonstrates capacity to direct a project with significant technical scope and complexity to a successful conclusion. Such experience must include responsibility for a major element of such a project including scope definition, budget and schedule development, execution planning, staffing, risk assessment and management, earned value management, change control, contingency management, configuration management, documentation, safety, and stakeholder engagement, communication, and consensus building.

Effective written, verbal, and presentation-based communication skills.

Extensive experience leading and managing a large organization of technical staff through subordinate managers.

Exceptional customer relationship and consensus building skills.

Ability to influence and establish effective working relationships in a diverse environment. Motivate and mentor staff.

Resolve complex issues quickly and make decisions that meet project objectives in a collaborative culture

In addition, preferred requirements include:

Ph.D. in physics, chemistry, material science, engineering, or related field with at least 10 years of post-Ph.D. professional experience.

SLAC Manager Competencies:

Results Through Others: Achieves expected results by effectively delegating and managing the work of others.

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.

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.

Navigates Complexity: Demonstrates effective problem-solving and decision-making in complex situations; manages a multitude of information and circumstances to discern what is most important; takes appropriate action, even with conflicting data or in difficult situations.

Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.

Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.

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.

Team Effectiveness: Effectively motivates team members and fosters a diverse and collaborative environment; leverages individual members¿ strengths for overall team effectiveness; incorporates insights to improve team operations.

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.

Attracts & Develops Employee Talent: Plans for, attracts, and hires the right talent for current and future organizational needs; operates with a focus on growing internal talent through organizational and staff development; values and encourages continuous growth development through a blend of work experiences, coaching, and formal learning; aligns individual development with organizational needs and objectives.

Physical requirements and Working conditions:

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.

Work standards:

Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.

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: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf

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, http://adminguide.stanford.edu/

Classification Title: Research Technical Manager

Grade: N Job code: 4988

Employment Duration: Reg. Continuing

The expected pay range for this position is $220,859 - $266,991 per annum. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. 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.SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.