Vice President, National Laboratories
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Vice President, National Laboratories

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Locations: Chicago, IL

Time Type: Full time

Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR27447

Department

President University Leadership

About the Department

Founded in 1890 by John D. Rockefeller, the University of Chicago is one of the world's leading universities known for its research excellence, faculty, graduate programs, and diverse student body. The University comprises an undergraduate college, graduate programs, and interdisciplinary committees organized into four divisions, six professional schools, and a medical center.

The University is a leader in scientific and technological innovation, partly through its affiliations with two U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratories—Argonne National Laboratory and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. UChicago has been the prime contractor for Argonne since its founding in 1946 and has served as co-contractor with the Universities Research Association for Fermilab since 2007.

Job Information

Job Summary:

Reporting directly to the President, the Vice President for National Laboratories ensures the successful stewardship of Argonne and Fermilab, leveraging ties between them and the University for maximal scientific and technological impact. The Vice President maintains key relationships with the Department of Energy and other officials and agencies essential to enhancing the University's stewardship of the Laboratories and their impact.

Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight of Argonne and Fermilab in furtherance of the University's management of these DOE Laboratories.
• Serve as CEO of UChicago Argonne, LLC, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Governors for Argonne, and as a member of the Board for the M&O contractor for Fermilab.
• Maintain an active relationship with the DOE at both site offices and headquarters.
• Develop relationships with local/regional civic, higher education, and business leaders.
• Collaborate with other leaders in research and innovation.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Promote a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship.

Competencies:

• Ability to build strong relationships and communicate effectively.
• Superb analytical skills and creativity in problem-solving.
• Scholarly excellence and a commitment to research.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
• Experience at a Department of Energy national laboratory is ideal.

Additional Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• Ph.D. or other advanced degree preferred.

Experience:

• Significant experience in research and administrative functions within a large, complex enterprise.
• Understanding of government contracts and relations, particularly with the Department of Energy.
• Record of accomplishment in enhancing research effectiveness.
• Proven success as a strategic advisor to executive leadership.

Required Documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Three Professional References

When applying, documents MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page.

Benefit Eligibility

Yes

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement

No

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Union

Non-Union

Job is Exempt

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Posting Date

2024-08-16

Remove from Posting On or Before

2025-02-16

Posting Statement:

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

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