Hiring: Group Leader, Applied Quantum Technologies Company: Oak Ridge National Laboratory Location: Oak Ridge, TN Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:14:45 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : HTML, Program Management, R About the job Experience: •6 years of relevant experience, a M.S. with a minimum of 12 years’ experience in physics, optics, computer science, electrical engineering or field related to quantum information science. •5 years of experience in program management and/or research management at a large research institution, or government entity. Required Skills: •Building on this solid foundation, the successful candidate will develop capabilities in the group to address key questions to advance the maturity of quantum technologies for use in emerging applications. •In addition, the candidate will oversee the group’s science agenda, will lead the effort to respond to new funding opportunities, and will guide the ongoing growth and development of the research staff that will carry out that agenda. Qualifications: •Requires a Ph.D. with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience, a M.S. with a minimum of 12 years’ experience in physics, optics, computer science, electrical engineering or field related to quantum information science. •Demonstrated understanding of the tasks associated with experimental Physics Research •Qualified candidates should have demonstrated experience in leading R&D teams •Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with senior levels of client management and others involved in technical endeavors. •Demonstrated ability to write research plans and proposals and to project a vision for future research relevant to quantum information science. •A successful record of developing research partnerships and collaborative relationships with universities, industry, and research laboratories. •Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently, outstanding written and oral communication skills, good organizational skills. •This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and/or hired. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!