Division Leader, Quantum Technology

The expected hiring range for this position is:

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such the scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

About the Role:

The Division Leader, Quantum Technology provides scientific leadership, strategic direction, and long-term planning for the Quantum Technology Division under the Technology Directorate.

What your day-to-day as the Division Leader, Quantum Technology at Fermilab will look like:

Strategic Planning and Execution 

• In coordination with the TD ALD and SQMS Center Director, assists in formulating long-range strategic planning for quantum technology research, ensuring integration across Fermilab’s scientific and operational missions.
• Identifies and champions opportunities for future quantum technology development that advances next‑generation capabilities supporting national scientific priorities.
• In coordination with the SQMS Center Director, assists in realizing the scientific directions that advance superconducting quantum devices, quantum sensing, quantum networking, and quantum computing and algorithms in alignment with laboratory and DOE mission priorities.

Research Program and Project Delivery

• Provides high-level oversight of Division operations, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and scientific impact.
• Establishes clear goals and performance metrics for the Division to facilitate the successful execution of Division programs, projects, and experiments.
• Leads undirected research programs with broad scientific discretion aligned with the Laboratory mission.
• Oversees proposal development and competitive funding pursuits.
• Performs advanced data analysis, develops advanced instrumentation, proposes new experiments, gives scientific presentations, and publishes peer-reviewed papers to address questions in quantum technology and related fields.
• Ensures safe operation of Division experiments and facilities in compliance with ES&H requirements, policies, and procedures.

People and Organizational Leadership

• Provides line management and leadership for group leaders promoting a strong culture of safety, ethics, and stewardship.
• Supports mentorship, career development, and succession planning within the division.
• Exercises authority over division personnel actions including hiring decisions, promotions, performance evaluations, professional development, and actions associated with disciplinary or performance issues. Attracts, develops and retains human capital to sustain division capability.
• Supervises personnel executing major programs and projects; facilitates project design, scheduling, and budget development.
• Fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing research environment.

Financial and Operational Management

• Develops and manages Division budget to support research and operations programs.
• Allocates personnel and resources to ensure effective and efficient program execution.
• Ensures compliance with DOE, laboratory, and directorate requirements for safety, security, planning, reporting, and execution.

Sponsor and External Engagement

• Represents the Quantum Technology Division to DOE program officers and other funding agencies as assigned by the ALD and the SQMS Center Director; prepares reports, briefings, and coordinates reviews. 
• Represents Fermilab in advisory committees, national and international scientific communities and collaborations, as assigned.
• Serves on laboratory committees and participates in professional scientific organizations, workshops, reviews, and conferences to advance the laboratory’s mission.
• Strengthens partnerships with universities, laboratories, and the international high energy physics community.
• Abides by and is responsible for performing all duties in accordance with all environmental, health and safety regulations and practices pertinent to this position.

Minimum Required Education and Experience: 

• Master’s degree or PhD in physics, astrophysics, engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of relevant research experience.
• Experience leading major scientific programs.

Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Recognized expertise in superconducting quantum devices and materials, quantum sensing technologies, quantum communication and networking, and/or quantum computing and algorithms.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to lead complex scientific programs.
• Proven ability to manage scientific staff and multimillion-dollar budgets.
• Ability to build collaborations and work effectively with sponsors.

Job descriptions are a general statement of duties and responsibilities.  The Laboratory may change the job duties and responsibilities at any time. The compensation department compares job descriptions to similar positions inside and outside the Laboratory to determine pay ranges.

Work Arrangement:

Please note that the described work arrangement is subject to change based on business needs and is not guaranteed to be final. 

Onsite: This is an onsite role, and the candidate must be able to work from our Batavia office.

Benefits/Perks:

Fermilab offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, including:
Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid time off
Life insurance
Short and Long-term disability insurance
Retirement benefits
Onsite day care

Why Fermilab: 
Fermilab is America’s premier laboratory for particle physics and accelerator research, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. We support discovery science experiments in Illinois and locations around the world, including deep underground mines in South Dakota and Canada, mountaintops in Arizona and Chile, CERN in Europe and the South Pole.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Drug-Free Workplace & Pre-Employment Screening  

Fermilab is dedicated to fostering a safe, productive and drug-free environment. An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

HSPD-12

In accordance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12) new employees are required to obtain and maintain a HSPD-12 Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Credential. To obtain this credential, new employees must successfully complete and pass a federal background check investigation. This investigation includes a declaration of illegal drug activities, including use, supply, possession, or manufacture. This includes marijuana and cannabis derivatives, which are still considered illegal under federal law, regardless of state laws. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

Foreign Government Sponsored Activities

Fermilab employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. Such individuals will be asked to disclose any participation for review by Fermilab's Office of General Counsel.

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Equal Opportunity Statement   

Fermilab is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.