Materials Science Division Director

Job overview

The Materials Science Division Director role is onsite in Lemont, IL. Compensation is $253,997–$396,235.71 per year. The position leads Argonne National Laboratory’s Materials Science Division within the Physical Sciences and Engineering Directorate. The director sets scientific strategy and leads research programs, people, resources, and partnerships across materials science. The role advances foundational discovery and innovation in areas including energy, information science, microelectronics, and materials design, while aligning the division’s work with Argonne’s mission and Department of Energy priorities.

What you'll do

• Define scientific strategy and research priorities
• lead research agendas using Argonne facilities including APS, CNM, and ALCF
• foster interdisciplinary partnerships
• manage research execution, talent, finances, infrastructure, and performance
• represent the division to sponsors and scientific partners
• serve as laboratory contact for DOE BES-MSE
• ensure policy, safety, security, and scientific integrity compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

argonne national laboratory

lemont il

materials science

division director

research leadership

scientific strategy

quantum materials

microelectronics

energy materials

doe

aps

cnm

alcf

$253,997–$396,235.71/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package
• details are available through Argonne’s benefits information.

Why this role

Leads a broad materials science research portfolio spanning quantum materials, energy materials, advanced characterization, and AI-driven discovery platforms.

About the employer

Argonne National Laboratory is hiring for this role. Industry: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). Sector: 54.