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Job Description
This Group Manager (GM) position will lead the Transportation Applications & Data Analysis (TADA) Group within NREL's Center for Integrated Mobility Systems (CIMS), which focuses on technologies and methods that facilitate the adoption and utilization of advanced transportation.
The CIMS TADA group creates web sites and data platforms that advance the adoption of sustainable mobility solutions. This group builds tools that translate mobility research findings into information market partners can understand. Similarly, the group uses market data to inform and guide research direction. Whether the data and information being disseminated is needed by tens or billions of end users, targeted solutions are produced that transform the mobility market.
The GM will lead a group of researchers, project leaders, postdoctoral researchers, and/or student interns and support them from both a professional and technical perspective. Candidates must have a robust understanding of advanced transportation data and have experience in the execution of projects that advance the science and/or implementation of advanced transportation technologies. A portfolio of high-quality projects, proposals, business development, client management, and/or project management is required.
The GM will create a culture of inclusion, safety and quality. Within this context, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to lead group business development strategy, develop new group capabilities, hire resources as needed, lead personnel and guide/engage group staff. The successful candidate will work closely with the CIMS leadership as well as the leadership in across the Mechanical and Thermal Systems Directorate to create strategic vision for the group and the directorate.
Basic Qualifications
Previous management and budget adherence experience may be required. Degree in appropriate field is required. Demonstrated knowledge of legal and ethical management issues and practices. In-depth knowledge of the issues and best practices in the applicable field of expertise. Generally viewed as subject matter expert for group or work units. Excellent organization, project management, budgeting, interpersonal and communication skills. Proven problem-solving and negotiation skills. Demonstrated ability to make appropriate decisions regarding work activities and projects. Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and direct personnel with diverse skills, work styles and values.
* Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
Additional Required Qualifications
- Previous experience in project or personnel management including budget development and/or demonstrated leadership in an individual contributor role.
- Degree relevant to transportation technologies, data systems science or technology deployment
- Ability to onboard new staff, mentor and coach regular staff, postdoctoral scientists and interns to create a cohesive work group
- Excellent organization, project management, budgeting, interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proven problem-solving and negotiation skills.
- Ability to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
- Working knowledge of legal and ethical management issues and practices.
- In-depth knowledge of the issues and best practices in the applicable field of expertise.
- Generally viewed as subject matter expert for group or work units.
- Demonstrated ability to make decisions regarding work activities and projects.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and direct personnel with diverse skills, work styles and values, both directly and through subordinate management.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with DOE’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy and Vehicle Technologies Office, and other key CIMS clients.
- Strong record of high impact in relevant research areas.
Job Application Submission Window
The anticipated closing window for application submission is up to 30 days and may be extended as needed.
