Associate Laboratory Director, Computing and Data Sciences

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Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is seeking an exceptional individual to serve as Associate Laboratory Director for Computing and Data Sciences (CDS).  This position is pivotal in developing a world-class program that advances the state of the art in artificial intelligence, high performance computing, applied mathematics, computer and computational sciences.  BNL's distinctive domain science strengths and premier facilities provides a unique opportunity to expand a portfolio of programs in a world class science laboratory environment that advances the mission of the Department of Energy’s Advanced Scientific Computing Research (DOE/ASCR) as well as the broader DOE-Office of Science mission.

The overarching objectives are to establish CDS as a leader in foundational computing, data science and mathematics research, and to establish a premier computing facility. The Associate Laboratory Director (ALD) will also be instrumental in developing, leading, and actively participating in national and international leadership initiatives in computing and data.  Reporting directly to the Laboratory Director, the ALD for Computing and Data Sciences will play a crucial role in shaping the future of scientific discovery at Brookhaven National Laboratory.

Position Summary

The successful candidate will work closely with the Laboratory Director, Deputy Directors, and 5 other mission ALDs to chart the lab’s future in computing and data sciences.  The ALD will be a member of the Lab’s Senior Leadership Council and will be an integral member of the Lab’s leadership team to optimize both the CDS Directorate’s and the Laboratory’s overall missions. The ideal candidate will be an enterprise-wide, collaborative, and strategic leader.

Major Responsibilities:

• Direct the BNL computing and data sciences effort to grow into a world-leading program that builds and expands on the Lab’s core capabilities.  Develop a powerful AI program that puts BNL at the forefront of this expanding field.
• The ALD will be responsible for providing scientific leadership of large complex research programs with a focus on successful implementation and execution of scientific strategy for the CDS and the development of the Scientific Computing and Data Facility into a lab-wide facility. 
• Lead computing and computational science research for the Laboratory including development and implementation of scientific strategies to attain national and international prominence.
• Serve as the primary computing and computational sciences liaison to the DOE, DOE-Office of Science Advanced Scientific Computing Research program, as well as other agencies, ensuring that the science and technology programs are meeting client needs.
• Fulfill programmatic and program manager roles for the Laboratory in computing, data science and mathematics research by developing research programs and strategic partnerships with other national laboratories, with colleges and universities, other research institutions, and with public and private corporations.
• Strengthen existing research programs, develop new programs, and drive strategic initiatives for the organization. Current initiatives include Scientific Discovery through Advanced Computing (SciDAC), Artificial Intelligence, Advanced Architectures and Algorithms, Extreme Scalability, Knowledge Discovery, Cybersecurity, and Energy.
• Work with the Laboratory Director and Leadership Team to identify and implement strategic research opportunities, including Laboratory-Directed Research and Development priorities.
• Manage programmatic funds and discretionary investments for research and program development.  Act as steward for laboratory operations, facilities, capital, and equipment. Direct line management responsibilities for the CDS and Divisions under the CDS Directorate.
• Maintain compliance with Laboratory policies, standards, and procedures as documented in the Lab’s business management system.
• Implement management systems, operations, safety and performance standards to meet the expectations of the Laboratory Agenda.
• Act as the primary CDS contact, representing the CDS on Lab-level committees, task forces, and working groups with a shared responsibility for the overall lab-wide science and technology strategy.
• Identify staffing and other resources requirements. Support recruiting initiatives in fellowships, and university relations. Promote educational outreach programs. Drive employee performance management and assessment.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• PhD in a field related to computational and data sciences with fifteen plus years of broadly related experience, inclusive of ten years of demonstrated management experience, including leading large complex and multidisciplinary research programs.
• Demonstrated experience in successfully developing, implementing, and executing scientific strategy with engagement from critical stakeholders.
• Regarded as a leading expert and visionary in the field of computing and computational sciences.
• Familiarity with the mission, structure, and initiatives of the Advanced Scientific Computing Research program within DOE-Office of Science.
• Experience in communicating with key stakeholders, clients, program sponsors, and internal staff.
• Knowledge of and ability to engage with relevant industry partners.

Other Information:

• Domestic and international travel.

About Brookhaven

Brookhaven National Laboratory accelerates pathways to scientific discovery and technological innovation that transform the world. Brookhaven Lab is a multidisciplinary laboratory with seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries, over 40 R&D 100 Awards, and more than 75 years of pioneering research. The Lab is primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science. Brookhaven Science Associates (BSA) operates and manages the Laboratory for DOE. BSA is a partnership between Battelle and The Research Foundation for the State University of New York on behalf of Stony Brook University.

Brookhaven Lab is home to one of the world’s largest existing particle accelerators and is constructing the future Electron-Ion Collider. The Lab also hosts one of the brightest x-ray synchrotrons in the world, the Center for Functional Nanomaterials, the quantum information science Center for Co-Design for Quantum Advantage, the NASA Space Radiation Laboratory, and produces radioisotopes for medical uses, as well as many other science programs.  The Scientific Computing and Data Facility stores 300 PB of data, which is the largest tape archive in the U.S. for nuclear and particle physics, and third in terms of scientific data overall.  Brookhaven has a staff of more than 3000 scientists, engineers, technicians, and support, and hosts more than 7,000 guests and users annually.

Fundamental elements of the Laboratory's role in support of the DOE strategic missions in science, energy, national security and environmental management are given by our strategic initiatives:

• Understanding the Building Blocks of the Universe
• Leading in Discovery with Light-Enabled Science
• Developing Next-Generation Information Science and Technologies
• Advancing Energy Security and Essential Resource Independence

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