This position is part of the Office of Legacy Management, Department of Energy. As a Physical Scientist, you will serve as an expert advisor providing strategic leadership for major Department of Energy (DOE) scientific and engineering initiatives. You will also develop and implement technical guidance for complex systems, projects, and programs to resolve novel, mission-critical management and operational challenges.
The Department of Energy's mission is to ensure America's security and prosperity by addressing its energy, environmental and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions. The Office of Legacy Management office works to fulfill the Department of Energy's post-closure responsibilities and ensure the future protection of human health and the environment.
DOE has taken significant environmental cleanup steps, and LM protects the outcome of that work with long-term stewardship. We are truly honored that DOE has been named America's #1 Best Employer for Veterans in 2023 by Forbes-not only among Government agencies, but among employers across the U.S. We are so proud of this ranking which reflects our commitment to the employment of veterans.
As so many veterans at DOE renew their service to our Nation, we are deeply committed to their success and advancement. Veterans shape the future of energy As a Physical Scientist, you will: Provide authoritative leadership and direction for complex, pioneering engineering and physical science programs related to environmental remediation, legacy site stewardship, or technology development.
Serve as a senior technical authority and consultant providing expert advice, analyses, and recommendations to executive leadership within and outside the Department of Energy. Direct, assess, and evaluate programs and projects for progress against strategic goals, identify deficiencies, and formulate corrective/preventive solutions.
Represent the agency in high-level interagency, national, and international technical forums, working groups, and public meetings involving complex or controversial technical matters.
This vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts. Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
lorraine.liebes@hq.doe.gov · 202-527-3586
This position is with Department of Energy Headquarters, Department of Energy.
The posted pay range is $147945 – $192331/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-03.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-11-02 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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