Applied Uranium Technologies Department Manager

Description

Idaho National Laboratory is hiring an Applied Uranium Technologies Department Manager. Our team works a 9x80 schedule located at our EIL facility with every other Friday off.

The Applied Uranium Technologies Department develops and demonstrates world‑class expertise and capabilities in chemical separations and nuclear nonproliferation to enable closed fuel cycle solutions for traditional and advanced nuclear reactor technologies.

• Provide strategic direction and staff oversight for the development and continued operation of innovative fuel cycle test beds at the laboratory. Support program development to enable multi‑user testbed capabilities for stakeholders in the Office of Nuclear Energy, Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation, and other government agencies.
• Foster program development and work execution for multi‑directorate, multi‑disciplinary teams for applications in nuclear fuel cycle science, deployment of advanced nuclear technologies, nonproliferation, computational modeling & simulation, digital engineering, and radiological response training.
• Hire, mentor, and promote department staff.
• Apply department resources to support division, directorate, programmatic and Laboratory missions.
• Work with program leads, relationship managers, and other department managers to identify and support new and expanded technical programs and projects for the department.
• Hold staff accountable for performance of assigned responsibilities as well as ensure internal and external recognition of staff achievements.
• Implement decisions and policies for the department according to INL policy (e.g., staffing, organization, merit allocations, promotions, discipline, awards and recognition, professional development, indirect budgets, business development, customer relations and projects, and internal and external interfaces).
• Implement approved department/program level plans and budgets.
• Approve self‑assessment plans and other standard approval authorities (such as time charges, travel, expenses).

• Degree in Chemical Engineering or Chemistry or closely related discipline with commensurate experience in the nuclear enterprise: BS and 12+ years of experience, MS and 8+ years of experience, or PhD and 6+ years of experience.
• 5 years of experience with material or chemical separations or uranium processing.
• Evidence of increasing leadership experience demonstrating effective skills in recruiting, developing and managing engineers and/or scientists.
• Experience performing or managing research related to chemical or aqueous separations or uranium processing.
• Knowledge of INL research capabilities and facilities is preferred.
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance, which requires U.S. Citizenship.

• The target pay range for this position is $154,733 - $231,971 annually. The full pay range is $105,516 - $269,052. At Idaho National Laboratory 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 throughout the term of your employment.

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 requires operation of job‑related equipment and driving a vehicle. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.

Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) with a 4.2% employer contribution and up to 4.8% match
• Paid time off (personal leave)
• Employee Education…