Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Science Department Head

Job overview

The Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Science Department Head role is onsite in Menlo Park, CA. Compensation is not specified in the source. The role is within the Science Research and Development Division of the Linac Coherent Light Source at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. The department head leads scientific staff and defines the department’s scientific impact, research priorities, and user program. The role coordinates facility operations and development, supports staff growth, and works with the scientific community to advance AMO science at LCLS.

What you'll do

• Represent AMO science within and outside LCLS and SLAC
• identify research priorities with the LCLS team and user community
• support experiment planning and execution
• coordinate facility development and TMO instrument plans
• engage the scientific community
• lead and develop staff
• manage department research funding
• foster interdisciplinary collaboration and a respectful, safety-focused culture.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

department head

atomic science

molecular science

optical science

amo

scientific leadership

lcls

x-ray science

menlo park ca

slac national accelerator laboratory

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Leads an approximately five-person scientific department and supports the LCLS user program and facility development.

About the employer

SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is hiring for this role. Industry: Space Research and Technology. Sector: 92.