Carbon Management Strategy Leader

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a Carbon Management Strategy Leader to develop and implement a comprehensive research strategy in carbon management. The role involves coordinating multidisciplinary teams, identifying trends, fostering collaborations, and securing funding. Candidates should have an advanced degree and at least 12 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include leading research projects, training postdoctoral researchers, publishing findings, and engaging with external stakeholders.
About the position

Argonne National Laboratory seeks a highly experienced and innovative scientist/engineer to coordinate and grow our research efforts in carbon management, including carbon capture, storage, transport, and/or conversion. This newly created position will be responsible for developing a comprehensive research strategy in carbon management that spans the entire Laboratory, and for contributing to a world-class research program in carbon management. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in nurturing new capabilities that build on our unique strengths, enhancing our research portfolio in this critical domain, and actively engaging with external sponsors to secure funding and foster collaborative partnerships. The primary responsibility of the Carbon Management Strategy Leader will be to lead the development and implementation of a strategic research plan in carbon management aligned with the mission and strategy of Argonne National Laboratory. This role requires coordination with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and researchers to oversee and execute research projects effectively and efficiently. The leader will also identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in carbon management and propose innovative research directions to address them. In addition to internal collaboration, the position involves cultivating relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions, to secure funding and establish collaborative research initiatives. The successful candidate will contribute to a world-class research program in carbon management, potentially train postdoctoral researchers and students, publish research findings in high-impact journals, present at conferences, and participate in public outreach activities to disseminate knowledge and raise awareness about carbon management issues.

Responsibilities
• Lead the development and implementation of a strategic research plan in carbon management aligned with the mission and strategy of Argonne National Laboratory.
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• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists, engineers, and researchers to oversee and execute research projects effectively and efficiently.
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• Identify emerging trends, opportunities, and challenges in carbon management and propose innovative research directions to address them.
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• Foster collaboration and knowledge exchange across different divisions within Argonne National Laboratory to leverage expertise and resources.
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• Cultivate relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, industry partners, and academic institutions, to secure funding and establish collaborative research initiatives.
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• Contribute to a world-class research program in carbon management, and potentially train postdoctoral researchers and students, publish research findings in high-impact journals, present at conferences, and participate in public outreach activities.

Requirements
• Advanced degree in a relevant field such as chemical engineering, environmental science, materials science, or a related discipline.
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• A minimum of 12 years of experience in leading or conducting research and/or technology development in carbon management or related fields.
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• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary research teams and delivering impactful outcomes.
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• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
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• Strategic thinking, with the ability to identify scientific and technological trends and research opportunities and challenges.
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• Deep understanding of carbon management technologies, including carbon capture, storage, transport, and conversion, as well as carbon emissions reduction strategies.
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• Familiarity with the U.S. Department of Energy, its R&D programs, and its national laboratories is desirable.

Nice-to-haves
• Familiarity with government funding processes and grant writing.
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• Experience in public outreach and education related to carbon management.

Benefits
• Competitive salary range of $120K - $152K per year.
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• Opportunities for professional development and training.
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• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and research excellence.
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• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and resources.