Ames National Laboratory Scientist II/III/IV | Iowa State University Job at Iowa State University, Ames, IA

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  • Iowa State University
  • Ames, IA

Job Description

Position Title:

Ames National Laboratory Scientist II/III/IV

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. and 1 year of related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with DOE Office of Science and/or other DOE or other federal research offices
Demonstrated experience with development and/or application of AI tools to novel problems
Vision for AI development that supports DOE Office of Science strategy on AI4Science
Demonstrated ability to develop cross-disciplinary collaborations including with experimentalists
Demonstrated experience in proposal writing, budgeting, and supervision and/or training of undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and research staff, or equivalent in an industrial research setting.
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams, managing complex, and multi-disciplinary projects
Demonstrated record of research publications in peer-reviewed journals. Alternatively, in an industrial research setting, must demonstrate a record of internal reporting and leadership in developing, setting, and communicating innovative technology directions.
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional teams, managing complex, and multi-disciplinary projects.

Job Description:

Would you like to work for a National Laboratory that conducts world-renowned research? Would you enjoy working on a diverse, beautiful, university campus? Can you imagine yourself in a mid-sized location that regularly ranks as one of the U.S. Best Places to Live ?If you answered yes to any of these questions, you should consider a career with Ames National Laboratory!

Ames Laboratory is a U.S. Department of Energy federally contracted National Laboratory located in Ames, Iowa, on the campus of Iowa State University. We are dedicated to translating foundational science through applied research to create technological innovations. We create materials, inspire minds to solve problems, and address some of the most challenging issues facing our world today. We promote and believe in a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, civility, and shared ownership in support of the Laboratory's collective success.

Ames National Laboratory is seeking candidates for staff positions of Scientist II, III, or IV, to work in the development and application of machine learning/artificial intelligence (ML/AI), and data science, to work with teams of physical science researchers. Ames National Laboratory, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Laboratory on the campus of Iowa State University, delivers critical materials solutions to the nation. For over 75 years, Ames National Laboratory has successfully partnered with Iowa State University of Science and Technology to lead in the discovery, synthesis, analysis, and application of new materials, novel chemistries, and transformational analytical tools. Key areas of research include: quantum materials and quantum information science; chemical catalysis and separations; plastic upcycling; critical materials, magnetic materials, and rare earth science; and materials for harsh conditions. These reflect the Laboratorys strong expertise in rare earth and magnetic materials; materials design, synthesis, and characterization; solid state nuclear magnetic resonance; computational chemistry including exascale code development and applications; condensed matter theory; and computational materials science and materials theory.

Successful applicants will lead AI/ML efforts in fundamental computational science, applied math, and the connection between these and fundamental physical sciences. Successful applicants will help create novel combinations of experimental, theoretical, and computational studies that complement existing expertise in chemical and biological sciences , condensed matter physics and materials sciences , and/or critical materials research . Also of interest are applicants that complement existing expertise at Ames Laboratory in exascale computing.

The position will require extensive collaboration with researchers across Ames National Laboratory as well as building external collaborations and externally funded research programs. The successful candidate will develop new research directions/programs, write research proposals for future funding of research projects (as PI or co-PI), and support the Laboratorys mission through interactions with stakeholders including DOE program managers.

Applicants should submit a CV and a cover letter indicating their research interests and relevant qualifications, and alignment with the above research areas.

AL Scientist II Required qualifications : Ph.D. and 1 years of related experience

AL Scientist III Required qualifications : Ph.D. and 5 years of related experience

AL Scientist IV Required qualifications : Ph.D. and 8 years of related experience

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS811

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) List of Professional References

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.

Why Choose ISU?

Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program
Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

January 17, 2025

Posting Close Date:

February 16, 2025

Job Requisition Number:

R16255

About Iowa State University

Iowa State University is a student-centric leading land grant university known worldwide for excellence in science and technology, discovery, and innovation. Operating with the conviction that higher education should be accessible to all, Iowa State offers more than 100 undergraduate, over 110 graduate, and nearly 85 doctoral programs, and is established as an R1: Doctoral University with world-class scholars tackling challenges with innovate research and solutions. Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state ... law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

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