Supply Chain Intelligence Specialist

Research Washington, D.C., District Of Columbia Remote, United States

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Description

Position Description:

Position Summary

At Associated Universities, Inc. (AUI) we collaborate with the scientific community to plan, build, and operate cutting-edge facilities.

We cultivate excellence, deliver value, enhance education, and engage the public. Our expertise focuses on continually improving research and development, user facilities, management and operations, technology incubation, and community engagement through workshop and conference planning.

Here, we are seeking a Supply Chain Intelligence Specialist who will report to the Senior Advisor, Energy and Environment Programs, and is responsible for leading and designing research initiatives to advance data analysis, model development, and transparency in critical material supply chains, focusing on machine learning and AI applications. They will develop strategies to enhance domestic and ally supply chains, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive high-impact industry initiatives. Responsibilities include fostering collaborations, representing AUI, managing advanced analytical methodologies, preparing reports and publications, and supporting various team projects. The role offers remote or Northern Virginia-based work options.

This appointment will be awarded initially for two years and renewable for a third year. The location for the position will be in Northern Virginia. A remote workstation within the United States may be considered for candidates with sufficient experience who can work independently while still communicating effectively with the team.

What You Will be Doing:

Your key responsibilities and duties will include, but are not limited to:

Research Leadership and Innovation:

Lead and design research initiatives to enhance data analysis, model development, and transparency in upstream critical material facilities and markets.

Conduct cutting-edge research on critical material supply chains with a focus on machine learning and AI applications for modeling and analysis of social and business networks related to batteries and other mission-critical technologies.

Lead the analysis of international transactions and ownership/financing networks for critical materials relevant to batteries.

Strategic Development and Compliance:

• Develop strategies to enhance domestic and ally supply chains, improve market intelligence, and ensure compliance with a complex, evolving regulatory landscape.

• Develop feasible and cost-effective compliance mechanisms for battery mineral and material sourcing regulations.

• Strategically prioritize, develop, evaluate, and champion ideas that result in high-impact initiatives designed to advance supply chain industry standards and drive market growth, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and long-term vision.

  Collaboration and Representation:

• Foster research collaborations with funding agencies and partner organizations.

• Represent AUI in interactions with external stakeholders.

  Data Analysis and Dissemination:

• Lead and manage the development and application of advanced analytical methodologies, synthesiz e results , and oversee the preparation of comprehensive reports, publications, and documentation.

• Analyze complex datasets and prepare manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed publications.

• Present research findings at scientific meetings and prepare reports and presentations for group meetings.

  Support and Flexibility:

• Support a diverse array of initiatives within the team's portfolio, including developing new products and functionalities, new funding opportunities, and new research initiatives

  Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those teammate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Moderate noise (i.e., business office with computers, phones, and printers, light traffic).

• Ability to work in a confined area.

• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period.

  Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work.

• Light-to-moderate lifting may be required.

• Regular, predictable attendance is required; including quarter-driven hours as business demands dictate.

  Who You Are :

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in science (including economic sciences) or engineering, with a focus on modeling and analysis. If a Post-doc, the PhD degree should already be awarded, although some consideration may be given if the defense date is known. Hiring preference is for individuals possessing excellent skills in data analytics, machine learning, and the development of actionable analytical tools for business decisions, however acquired.

• A minimum of 10 years of experience or equivalent preferred

  Competency Summary

• Proven ability to lead research on data analysis, model development, and transparency in supply chains using machine learning and AI, with a focus on batteries and related technologies. 

• Skilled in developing strategies to enhance supply chains, improve market intelligence, and ensure regulatory compliance.

• Interest in creating cost-effective compliance mechanisms.

• Experience representing an organization to external stakeholders.

• Expertise in managing advanced analytical methods, synthesizing results, and producing reports and publications.

• Ability to support diverse initiatives, including product development, funding opportunities, and research projects, with strong communication skills.

  Safety Sensitive

  The selected candidate must successfully pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check , and reference check . Failure to pass the background check and reference check will disqualify the candidate from employment consideration .

  Ability to travel domestically or internationally.

  AUI offers a comprehensive total rewards package for this position, subject to eligibility requirements. We are committed to serving our employees and their families with an extensive and competitive compensation and benefits package that supports our employees’ overall well-being and career growth.

  Compensation

  AUI strives to attract and retain dedicated, highly qualified, competent, and motivated employees by offering competitive compensation and recognition for performance. The salary range for this role is from $122,600 to $150,200 based on experience.

  Benefits:

  AUI’s benefits package addresses the needs of employees and their families, with most benefits beginning on the first day of employment. AUI provides excellent paid time off (13 holidays, annual accrual of up to 24 vacation days and 15 sick days, additional time off for doctor/dentist visits, and 8 weeks of paid parental leave). Medical, dental, and vision plans are effective on the first day of employment. AUI’s retirement benefit contributes an amount equal to 10 percent of a qualified participant’s base pay with no required employee contribution; we also offer an optional supplemental, tax-deferred plan for employee retirement contributions.

  Application Instructions:

  Select the “Apply” button. Please be prepared to upload your current CV/Resume and a cover letter describing your interest in and suitability for the position.

  Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

  AUI is an equal-opportunity employer. Women, Minorities, Vietnam-Era Veterans, Disabled Veterans, Veterans , and Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. To view our complete statement, please visit http://jobs.jobvite.com/nrao/jobs . If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email to [email protected] .

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