Úta Scientist - Applied AI Systems Group

Overview PNNL is a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI) research and development where the impact of our work drives scientific discoveries and enhances our nation's security. Applied AI Systems is a newly formed technical group with the National Security Directorate's AI and Data Analytics Division and is responsible for delivering applied and operational artificial intelligence and data science capabilities often in high-cadence settings to create custom solutions for mission-driven challenges. Responsibilities We are seeking a Data Scientist who is people-focused leader passionate about defining and driving the discipline of mission-driven artificial intelligence and data science in the Applied AI Systems (AAIS). This position embodies people oriented leadership, deep mission understanding, and technical expertise to create and implement the newly formed group's vision and strategy for applied and operational data science. About the Role: The Data Scientist helps serves as a core member of the Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics Division leadership team, helping to guide the growth of the computing capability across PNNL and establishing productive collaborations with other mission areas in the Laboratory. This position will also be responsible to lead a group of 50+ staff located in Richland and Seattle, WA. The Data Scientist works to continuously enhance the groups reputation and visibility with stakeholders inside and outside the Lab, guiding the applied AI capability through it's own growth, including expanding the diversity of its funding sources and connections across the NSD sponsor portfolio. The Data Scientist also identifies, solicits and applies overhead and R&D funding and other resources necessary to meet these objectives. The Data Scientist will contribute to business and institutional objectives across the National Security Directorate and PNNL more broadly. This position requires thought leadership and technical depth to support the development and advancement of natural language processing research and capabilities. This position requires interactions with government, military, and industry officials nationwide for a variety of programs, projects, and tasks, including technical and programmatic concept development, planning, coordination, integration, and execution that can be supported by data science and deep learning techniques. Specific responsibilities include: Defining and nurturing the applied and operational data science discipline in support of our National Security Directorate sponsors to build an impactful capability focused on mission-driven impact and rigorous data science principles. Developing and executing technical group plans and strategies to support delivery on applied AI progress. Working closely with the foundational data science groups and the software engineering and architectures group and human centered computing groups to deliver operational AI and data science solutions to our sponsors - act as a critical bridge between the foundational and the operational R&D groups. Contributing to division and directorate strategy objectives as a member of the AI and Data Analytics Division leadership team; may lead, coordinate or contribute to activities that advance organizational long-term goals. Translating strategy into action, settling directions for capability investments and defining future group strategy and technical agendas. Actively communicating Lab, sponsor and external technical trends to the group, and representing group directions and capabilities outwardly to these communities. Liaising with the external technical community, including developing partnerships with university and industrial collaborators' interact regularly with government sponsors to connect mission needs with PNNL computing capabilities. Administering overhead budgets and staff development resources to ensure expertise, facilities and equipment are mission-ready. Managing five or more technical team leaders as part of the AAIS management team, growing the next generation of leaders. Through the Team Leaders, accountable for the organization leadership of 50+ data scientists and senior project managers and advisors. Fostering a feedback-rich environment; actively understanding and resolving barriers that impede staff and accomplishment of work; providing clear, direct and timely feedback and growth opportunities; and fostering active bi-directional communications to inform organizational decisions. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: BS/BA and 9+ years of relevant work experience -OR- MS/MA and 7+ years of relevant work experience -OR- PhD with 5+ years of relevant experience Preferred Qualifications: Experience with SP, DOD, DHS, DOE and/or other federal agency AI/ML and data science priorities Strong record of collaboration across technical domains and delivering results in multi-disciplinary environments. Demonstrated record of developing and sustaining external funding for R&D programs, and of professional, technical and management accomplishments in data science or a related field. Strong interpersonal and leadership skills and a love of mentoring others, along with a reputation for integrity and trust. Exceptional oral and written communication skills. Supervisory or line-management experience and direct responsibility for capability stewardship of technical working group. Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment Not Applicable Additional Information This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance. Requirements: U.S. Citizenship Background Investigation: Applicants selected will be subject to a Federal background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified matter in accordance with 10 CFR 710, Appendix B. Drug Testing: All Security Clearance positions are Testing Designated Positions, which means that the candidate selected is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. In addition, applicants must be able to demonstrate non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for the 12 consecutive months preceding completion of the requisite Questionnaire for National Security Positions (QNSP). Note: Applicants will be considered ineligible for security clearance processing by the U.S. Department of Energy until non-use of illegal drugs, including marijuana, for 12 months can be demonstrated.“Referral Eligible” Testing Designated Position This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The candidate selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing for illegal drugs, including marijuana, consistent with the Controlled Substances Act and the PNNL Workplace Substance Abuse Program. About PNNL Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a world-class research institution powered by a highly educated, diverse workforce committed to the values of Integrity, Creativity, Collaboration, Impact, and Courage. Every year, scores of dynamic, driven people come to PNNL to work with renowned researchers on meaningful science, innovations and outcomes for the U.S. Department of Energy and other sponsors; here is your chance to be one of them! At PNNL, you will find an exciting research environment and excellent benefits including health insurance, flexible work schedules and telework options. PNNL is located in eastern Washington State—the dry side of Washington known for its stellar outdoor recreation and affordable cost of living. The Lab’s campus is only a 45-minute flight (or ~3-hour drive) from Seattle or Portland, and is serviced by the convenient PSC airport, connected to 8 major hubs. Commitment to Excellence, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Equal Employment Opportunity Our laboratory is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment dedicated to solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. In support of this commitment, we encourage people of all racial/ethnic identities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply for employment. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), protected veteran status, and any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local laws. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures and in employment. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, contact us at [email protected]. Drug Free Workplace PNNL is committed to a drug-free workplace supported by Workplace Substance Abuse Program (WSAP) and complies with federal laws prohibiting the possession and use of illegal drugs. Mandatory Requirements Battelle requires employees to have a COVID-19 vaccine as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation. Applicants are required to disclose their vaccination status following a conditional offer of employment and must attest to being fully vaccinated with a Center for Disease Control (CDC)-approved COVID-19 vaccination or provide documentation of need for medical or religious exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Please be aware that the Department of Energy (DOE) prohibits DOE employees and contractors from having any affiliation with the foreign government of a country DOE has identified as a “country of risk” without explicit approval by DOE and Battelle. If you are offered a position at PNNL and currently have any affiliation with the government of one of these countries, you will be required to disclose this information and recuse yourself of that affiliation or receive approval from DOE and Battelle prior to your first day of employment.