Jobbtitel: Deputy Technical Director, Lund, Sweden

Arbetsbeskrivning:
The Technical Directorate at the European Spallation Source (ESS) in Lund, Sweden, invites applications for a Deputy Technical Director. Description of directorate/division: ESS´ Technical Directorate is responsible for delivery of the ESS Accelerator, Target and Integrated Control Systems. The Directorate also manages the ESS Systems Engineering and Integration & Design Support Divisions. The ESS Technical Design Report: (http://www.europeanspallationsource.se/accelerator-documents) provides a complete description of the ESS facility. Description of main responsibilities: The Deputy Technical Director will, together with the Technical Director, be responsible for performance goals, scope, cost, schedule and deliverables of the Technical Directorate. Duties will include, but not be restricted to: •Support the Technical Director for all his roles in the management of the Directorate organisation. •Replace the Technical Director in ESS management meetings, such as the Steering Committee (STC) and other governing bodies if the Technical Director is absent. •Together with the Technical Director direct, coordinate and develop the operational aspects within the Directorate to appropriately support the ESS Construction Project. •Develop and implement long-term strategies and provide medium-term strategic direction within the respective Directorate. •Ensure that the Directorate achieves it´s objectives and complies with all relevant regulations and laws, and establishes a team of senior managers with operational responsibilities. •Contribute to the development of policies in compliance with overall objectives, strategies and plans. •Implement risk management. •Ensure design reviews are conducted as appropriate. •Perform other tasks that are relevant to the position. Qualifications: •The successful candidate has an advanced university degree in engineering, physics or relevant discipline, in combination with substantial knowledge of big science projects and construction management of accelerator and/or target station related areas. •Knowledge of principles and practices across key activity areas of scientific research laboratories is a prerequisite. •Experience working in collaboration with partner institutions to realize in-kind deliverable is highly desirable. •The position requires a leader who makes clear and prompt decisions, initiates and generates activity and takes responsibility for actions, projects and people. The ability to provide others with a clear direction, delegate work appropriately and uphold ethics and values will also be of great importance. •Excellent networking and interpersonal skills required, as well as demonstrated financial awareness and ability to add value through creative solutions to complex problems. Seeking opportunities for organizational goals is also a key success factor. •Experience in working in an international environment is essential, as are excellent communication skills and the ability to interact productively with the staff in the ESS Directorates. The candidate must be fluent in written and spoken English. You as a person: To be successful and perform well in this position you will be at ease working in a multicultural environment and have excellent negotiation skills. What ESS can offer: At ESS we offer people with talent and passion a unique opportunity to be involved in the development and building of a world leading facility for materials research. Besides attractive employment and relocation conditions, the flexibility to balance work life with private life and good opportunities to further enhance your skills; you will also enjoy being part of an organisational culture that promotes and supports internal career growth. We pride ourselves in having successful collaboration across different functions, and as the facility continues to grow we will keep nurturing the international and vibrant environment welcoming people from all across the w

Arbetsgivare Namn: European Spallation Source ESS AB

Arbetsgivare telefonnummer: +46 46 888 30 00

Land: Sweden

Område: DANMARK

Avtalstid: Permanent

Typ av kontrakt: Full time

Källa till jobberbjudande: Public Employment Service of Denmark(AMS)