Overview
At PNNL, our core capabilities are divided among major departments that we refer to as Directorates within the Lab, focused on a specific area of scientific research or other function, with its own leadership team and dedicated budget.
Our Science & Technology directorates include National Security, Earth and Biological Sciences, Physical and Computational Sciences, and Energy and Environment. In addition, we have an Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus.
The Earth and Biological Sciences Directorate (EBSD) leads critical research in four areas: Atmospheric, Climate & Earth Sciences, Biological Sciences, Environmental Molecular Sciences, and Global Change. Our vision is to develop a predictive understanding of biological and Earth systems in transition. We aim to understand energy and material flows within the integrated Earth system; to understand, predict, and control the response of biosystems to environmental and/or genomic changes; and to?? Model the Earth system from the subsurface to the atmosphere.?
The Environmental Molecular Sciences Division is comprised of 18 interdisciplinary research teams focused on deciphering molecular-level interactions driving biological and environmental processes across temporal and spatial scales. Through computational analysis and modeling, these findings contribute to predictive understanding of how systems respond to environmental perturbations thus enabling solutions to the nation's energy, environmental, and human health challenges. The division also manages the Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory, a Department of Energy, Office of Science user facility housed on the PNNL campus that accelerates the research of scientists around the world by providing access to world-class expertise, instrumentation, and computational resources.
Responsibilities
As a Project Manager 2 serving as a Computing and Data Operations (CDO) Portfolio Manager within the CDO Group of EMSL at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL), the individual is responsible for managing and overseeing projects within the CDO portfolio with a focus on computing infrastructure, data operations, and software development activities. This role involves planning and executing projects that align with organizational goals, managing scope, schedules, budgets, and resources while ensuring effective risk mitigation and compliance with laboratory policies. The Portfolio Manager will facilitate collaboration across key EMSL science areas, including Computing, Analytics & Modeling (CAM), Environmental Transformations and Interactions (ETI), and Functional and Systems Biology (FSB), ensuring seamless integration of computational and data management capabilities to support diverse scientific research initiatives. Engaging with stakeholders, clients, and multidisciplinary teams, the individual will oversee the delivery of technical and scientific solutions, foster teamwork, and promote the alignment of science priorities and data operations. This role demands strong leadership, communication, and project management skills to support EMSL's mission of scientific discovery and innovation.
Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control, and completion of specific projects ensuring consistency with organizational strategy, commitments, and goals. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party resources in order to deliver projects according to plan. Also responsible to define the projects objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. Key attributes leading to the determination of upward progression in this career family include: project complexity, risk, team size, business volume, contract type, and political/client/business sensitivities.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience managing projects with computing or data operations components including data management and data integration.
Proven expertise in project management practices, including scope, schedule, prioritization, and budget management including planning and allocation.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple interconnected projects effectively.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across interdisciplinary teams.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate partnerships between diverse stakeholders, particularly in scientific environments.
Prior experience in coordinating collaborations across multidisciplinary science teams.
Familiarity with computing infrastructure, data analytics, and agile software development processes.
Proficiency with project management tools and risk management strategies.
Experience working in a matrixed organization.
Knowledge of any science focus areas, Computing, Analytics & Modeling (CAM), Environmental Transformations and Interactions (ETI), and Functional and Systems Biology (FSB).
PMP Certified / Agile SDLC.
Knowledge of AI technologies.
Hazardous Working Conditions/Environment
Not Applicable
Testing Designated Position
This is not a Testing Designated Position (TDP).
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, and flexible work schedules. 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 and Equal Employment Opportunity
Our laboratory is committed to fostering a work environment where all individuals are treated with fairness and respect while solving critical challenges in fundamental sciences, national security, and energy resiliency. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PNNL considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, 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.
If you are offered employment at PNNL, you must pass a drug test prior to commencing employment. PNNL complies with federal law regarding illegal drug use. Under federal law, marijuana remains an illegal drug. If you test positive for any illegal controlled substance, including marijuana, your offer of employment will be withdrawn.
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