The ONR Global mission is to become the partner of choice for science and technology leaders worldwide, and in doing so, to support the overall ONR mission of discovering, developing and delivering new technology and capability to the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps.
In support, the ONR Global International Science Program (ISP) employs technically skilled scientists and engineers to foster trusted partnerships with the world's leading scientific researchers to enable future naval capabilities through revolutionary fundamental research that challenges conventional thinking. The ISP performs a critical function to ensure that the United States avoids technological surprise from significant investments in Science and Technology (S&T) by adversarial nations, establishes deterrence, and ascertains a future advantage in lethality, warfighting, and readiness.
To accomplish its objective, the ISP recruits Science Directors -- typically individuals with significant experience overseeing and managing doctorate-level research from across government, academia, and industry -- to engage directly with the world's leading scientists and engineers to identify emerging and innovative S&T that will benefit the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, and broader Department of Defense. They also maintain awareness of contemporary and future trends in global research and technology developments and are the direct connection between international scientists and the Naval Research Enterprise.
Eligibility
U.S. citizens who meet the qualification requirements and all regulatory requirements listed in the vacancy announcement are eligible. This position requires the ability to live overseas and travel extensively. Generally, position announcements are posted on the ONR Global website in the early fall for openings the following year.
How to Apply
Vacancies are listed on a rotational basis or as needed. Please see the Employment Opportunities page under ONR Global for more information on how to apply.
For More Information
- Become a science director
- Download a science director briefing
- Download a science directors contact sheet
- Learn more about ONR Global