Job DescriptionBattelle Savannah River Alliance, LLC (BSRA) Board of Directors is seeking an accomplished and transformational leader to serve as the next Laboratory Director of Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) and President and CEO of Battelle Savannah River Alliance, LLC (BSRA). Reporting directly to the Board Chair, the chosen leader will be at the forefront of creating, inspiring, communicating, and delivering the organization's vision and mission.ResponsibilitiesAbout the Organization: SRNL is a multidisciplinary and multi-mission lab with over 1,300 staff that delivers practical, impactful solutions for environmental stewardship, national security, and energy technologies. BSRA manages and operates SRNL on behalf of the Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Environmental Management (EM). Job Summary: The Laboratory Director of SRNL and President and CEO of BSRA will provide strategic leadership and vision, ensuring the laboratory's position as a preeminent institution in national service. The Director will oversee all aspects of laboratory management, including contract performance, and will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the laboratory's excellence in science and technology (S&T). The role demands a blend of thought leadership in S&T, skilled relationship management, effective communication, and comprehensive application of Battelle's laboratory management philosophy.Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enhance the laboratory's scientific and technical capabilities to ensure it remains at the forefront of research and development.
- Serve as the primary liaison with DOE, members of Congress, federal agency heads, state, tribal, and industry leaders, effectively communicating the laboratory's contributions to national priorities.
- Drive strategic partnerships and collaboration with academia, industry, and other national laboratories to further SRNL's mission and impact.
- Ensure exceptional management of SRNL, including safety, security, science, technology, operations, finance, human resources, and stakeholder relations.
- Deliver contract performance objectives, ensuring that SRNL meets all deliverables with the highest standards of quality and integrity.
- Foster a culture of excellence and innovation within the laboratory, upholding Battelle's leadership attributes and laboratory management philosophy, including a demonstrated commitment to diversity.
- Model transparent communication to lab staff and leaders to build trust and accountability throughout the organization.
Qualifications
- Advanced degree, PhD in science or engineering is preferred.
- Accomplished senior or executive leadership in a complex multidisciplinary organization, balancing mission, operational requirements, and risk to deliver mission outcomes.
- Record of successful interactions with DOE or environmental management and national security missions, organizations, and programs.
- Record of developing industry relationships for advanced technology development and deployment.
- Outstanding, authentic presentation and communication skills, and the ability to be an outgoing and passionate spokesperson and relationship-builder. Must be adept at communicating complex technical issues to a variety of audiences.
- Commitment to safety, security, and environmental responsibility in laboratory operations.
- This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (Q and SCI).
To Apply: Qualified candidates are invited to submit a resume and a cover letter outlining their experience and qualifications relative to the responsibilities and requirements of the position.About Us We put science to work! Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is a multi-program laboratory applying state of the art science and practical, high-value, cost-effective solutions to complex technical problems to protect the nation. Located at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Savannah River Site (SRS) in Aiken SC, the laboratory develops and deploys innovative technologies to address some of the nation's environmental, energy, and national security challenges.Battelle Savannah River Alliance (BSRA) is constantly assessing trends to provide the best possible benefits to our workforce. We also negotiate cost effective premiums that will meet the needs of our evolving workforce. Some of the *Benefits offered to employees include:*Benefits vary based upon employment status
- Highly competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision options including HSA options with company provided seed
- Short & Long Term Disability (company paid)
- Life Insurance Non-Contributory 1X salary (company paid)
- AD&D Non-contributory 1x salary (company paid)
- Savings & Investment plan:
- Qualified Non-Elective Company Contribution of 5% each pay period with immediate vesting
- Company match 50 cents/dollar up to 8% (3 yr. vesting in company match)
- Contributory Life Insurance up to 5x Salary with $1M Cap
- Contributory AD&D (employee, spouse and children)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Plan
BSRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. BSRA is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. Please email us at ...@srnl.doe.gov with any questions regarding the hiring process or to request an accommodation.