Scientific Leadership

Join us in building the Lab of the Future

Oak Ridge National Laboratory was created to help win a war and change the world. We have always adapted to meet national needs, developing expertise, tools, and even entirely new fields to solve the most difficult scientific and technical challenges. Today, we are entrusted with leadership across the broadest science and energy portfolio among the Department of Energy's 17 national laboratories. Engaging every staff member in how we fulfill our missions, compete with the best and make a difference has always been key to our success.

We're Hiring Leaders 

In May 2020, we launched "Reimagining ORNL" to strategically expand opportunities for scientific leadership aligned with growth in key program mission needs, and emerging research areas. As part of the effort, ORNL's Leadership Team considered how to sustain global leadership in research and development, a relentless pursuit of operational excellence, and an inclusive environment that fosters innovation, creativity and collaboration.

ORNL's research groups and sections are the building blocks of a premier research institution and will focus on the disciplines essential to our missions and to leadership in emerging fields. If you are passionate, creative, and collaborative, ORNL offers the opportunity to build an impactful career with like-minded peers.