NIDC Technical Manager

Requisition Id13999

Overview:
We are seeking a Technical Manager in the National Isotope Development Center (NIDC) whose primary responsibilities are to provide technical support to NIDC staff in the areas of isotope production, processing, and distribution; manage the Legacy Isotope & Heavy Element isotope product line; and regularly interface with customers who purchase these isotopes. This position has also traditionally provided subject matter expertise to the U.S. Department of Energy Isotope Program (DOE IP) network in the area of transportation and logistics.

This position resides in the NIDC in the Isotope Science and Engineering Directorate (ISED), at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL). The NIDC provides numerous corporate services to the DOE IP and serves as its business interface, regularly communicating with the isotope user community and coordinating isotope production across numerous program facilities (including ORNL).

Major Duties/Responsibilities:

• Provide technical support to NIDC staff in the areas of isotope production, processing, and distribution.
• Assist NIDC staff with addressing new production requests from customers and coordinate activities to determine feasibility and implementation requirements.
• As the NIDC Product Line Manager for Legacy Isotope & Heavy Element Products:
  • Help coordinate isotope production/dispensing campaigns with DOE production site managers (primarily Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Los Alamos National Laboratory, and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory).
  • Manage customer contracts that outline isotope supply agreements (quantities, pricing, schedule, etc.).
  • Make recommendations to DOE IP for entering/exiting markets.
  • Identify opportunities for new isotopes to be added to the NIDC product catalog (www.isotopes.gov/catalog).
  • Work with NIDC communications specialist on upcoming product availability announcements.
  • Document changes to isotope production in Production Change Orders
  • Help identify new customers for product line and develop strategies for increasing the customer base.
  • Work with the DOE production sites to establishment and refine isotope product specifications.
  • Transition new product orders to Product Distribution Specialists after successful market introduction.
• As the SME for Transportation and Logistics:
  • Provide expertise on shipping procedures, container needs, DOT/IATA regs, etc. across DOE IP production network.
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement to current shipping approaches
  • Lead Transportation Working Group to address program-wide issues, strategic planning, and provide guidance to specific projects
  • Attend advanced hazardous material transportation training and become proficient in classification of radioactive and hazardous materials for transportation.
  • Provide technical review and input for the NIDC monthly reports submitted to DOE Isotope Program management.
• Deliver ORNL's mission by aligning behaviors, priorities, and interactions with our core values of Impact, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Service.
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering a respectful workplace - in how we treat one another, work together, and measure success.

Basic Qualifications:

• A BS degree in a science-related or technical field and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Comparable combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail.
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and to participate creatively in collaborative teams across the laboratory.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced research environment, set priorities to accomplish multiple tasks within deadlines, and adapt to ever changing needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A MS degree in a science/technical or business-related field.

Special Requirements:

• Q clearance: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a clearance from the Department of Energy. As such, this position is a Workplace Substance Abuse (WSAP) testing designated position. WSAP positions require passing a pre-placement drug test and participation in an ongoing random drug testing program.

About ORNL:
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an extraordinary 80-year history of solving the nation's biggest problems. We have a dedicated and creative staff of over 6,000 people! Our vision for diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) is to cultivate an environment and practices that foster diversity in ideas and in the people across the organization, as well as to ensure ORNL is recognized as a workplace of choice. These elements are critical for enabling the execution of ORNL's broader mission to accelerate scientific discoveries and their translation into energy, environment, and security solutions for the nation.

ORNL offers competitive pay and benefits programs to attract and retain individuals who demonstrate exceptional work behaviors. The laboratory provides a range of employee benefits, including medical and retirement plans and flexible work hours, to support the well-being of you and your family. Employee amenities such as on-site fitness, banking, and cafeteria facilities are also available for added convenience.

Other benefits include the following: Prescription Drug Plan, Dental Plan, Vision Plan, 401(k) Retirement Plan, Contributory Pension Plan, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Generous Vacation and Holidays, Parental Leave, Legal Insurance with Identity Theft Protection, Employee Assistance Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Wellness Programs, Educational Assistance, Relocation Assistance, and Employee Discounts.

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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.

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If you have trouble applying for a position, please email ORNLRecruiting@ornl.gov.

ORNL is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. UT-Battelle is an E-Verify employer.