Senior Scientific Advisor

1 Month ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior Scientific Advisor for the DeCPTR-Nuclear project is a part-time role providing expert guidance and strategic insights during the project's initial phases. This position is crucial for shaping foundational elements and ensuring long-term success, aligning with strategic objectives. The advisor will leverage extensive expertise in nuclear radiation science and deep understanding of the DeCPTR program to inform strategic decisions, develop program frameworks, optimize business rules and processes, guide operational procedure creation, and play a key role in project initiation and transition with risk assessments and KPI establishment. The role also involves stakeholder engagement, providing scientific expertise for project direction, and fostering continuous improvement and innovation.
Must have:
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Advanced degree in Physics or Nuclear Engineering
  • Extensive scientific advisory experience
  • Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
Good to have:
  • Proven leadership and strategic influence
  • Exceptional communication of complex concepts
  • Strong collaboration with teams and stakeholders
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Flexibility for part-time advisory support

Job Details

The Senior Scientific Advisor for the DeCPTR-Nuclear project is a pivotal part-time role responsible for providing expert guidance and strategic insights during the project's initial phases. This position is essential for shaping the foundational elements of the project, ensuring its long-term success and alignment with strategic objectives. The Senior Scientific Advisor will utilize their extensive expertise in nuclear radiation science and their deep understanding of the DeCPTR program to inform and guide strategic decisions. 

Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Advisory and Framework Development: Provide expert guidance in developing the program's structural framework, including governance models and strategic alignment with the overarching goals of the DeCPTR-Nuclear initiative. 
  • Business Rules and Process Optimization: Assist in designing and implementing business rules that govern project operations, identifying key processes that streamline operations and enhance compliance. 
  • Operational Procedure Development: Guide the creation of detailed operational procedures, ensuring consistency, reliability, and quality in all activities. 
  • Project Initiation and Transition: Play a crucial role in ensuring that foundational elements are in place during the project's initiation phase, conducting risk assessments and establishing key performance indicators. 
  • Stakeholder Engagement and Alignment: Engage with key stakeholders, including government leads and testing entities, to ensure project objectives are understood and supported. 
  • Scientific Expertise and Strategic Guidance: Provide strategic insights that inform project direction, ensuring that scientific advancements enhance the project's competitive edge and operational effectiveness. 
  • Continuous Improvement and Innovation: Offer ongoing feedback and recommendations for process improvements, championing a culture of innovation and exploration of new technologies. 

Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Advanced degree in Physics, Nuclear Engineering, or a related scientific field. 
  • Extensive experience in scientific advisory roles, with a strong track record of contributing to the success of similar projects within the defense or aerospace sectors. 
  • Active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility is required. 

Preferred:

  • Leadership: Proven ability to influence and guide strategic decisions at the highest levels of project management. 
  • Communication: Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex scientific concepts and strategic recommendations to diverse audiences. 
  • Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, fostering cooperation and knowledge sharing. 
  • Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative solutions to complex scientific challenges. 
  • Flexibility: Ability to provide part-time advisory support while maintaining a high level of impact and influence on project outcomes 

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