The expected hiring range for this position is:
$139,800.00-$212,950.00.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:
Under limited direction, the LINAC2 Division Leader provides strategic leadership, technical oversight, and long-term planning for Linac activities under the Accelerator Directorate. This role is responsible for directing Fermilab’s Linac operations and Linac2 integration into the accelerator complex. The Division Leader drives technical excellence and organizational performance through forward-looking program development, resource stewardship, and alignment with DOE OHEP mission priorities and laboratory-wide goals. Responsible for budget and resource planning, along with full human resources management for the LINAC2 Division.
What your day-to-day as a Division Leader, LINAC2 at Fermilab will look like:
Strategic Planning and Execution
Develops and executes long-range strategic plans for the LINAC2 portfolio aligned with DOE OHEP and laboratory priorities.
Oversees strategic development of accelerator capabilities, infrastructure, and workforce expertise.
Ensures integration with crosscutting laboratory initiatives and infrastructure planning.
Leads collaborative planning efforts with other divisions.
Research Program and Project Delivery
Provides oversight of all LINAC2 systems and programs, ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and scientific impact.
Leads integration of the Linac2 into the accelerator complex.
People and Organizational Leadership
Exercises full authority over division personnel actions including hiring decisions, promotions, performance evaluations, professional development, disciplinary actions, and terminations. Attracts, develops and retains human capital to sustain division capability.
Supervises scientific and technical personnel executing major programs and projects; oversees project design, scheduling, and budget development.
Fosters an inclusive, collaborative, and high‑performing environment; ensures effective organizational structure, succession planning, and mentoring for scientific, technical, and operational roles.
Financial and Operational Management
Oversees division budgets, resource allocations, and operational planning.
Develops and controls project budgets, schedules, and technical baselines.
Ensures compliance with DOE and laboratory operational, reporting, and ES&H requirements.
Supports long-term infrastructure planning, systems upgrades, and facility capability improvements.
Sponsor and External Engagement
Represents accelerator capabilities in national and international design reviews and technical advisory groups.
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:
Ph.D. (or equivalent) in accelerator physics, particle physics, or relevant discipline with 10+ years of experience
Experience leading large organizations; managing major projects; contributing to national-scale science or technical initiatives; chairing reviews; and developing policies and standards.
Applicable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
Recognized expertise in Accelerator Technology.
Strong leadership, communication, and project planning skills.
Ability to lead complex scientific programs.
Proven ability to manage scientific and technical 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.
Date Last Updated: April 2026
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:
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