Technical Director to MAX IV

This is an opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary technical organization within the international research infrastructure community. As Technical Director, you will be a member of the MAX IV Management Team and report directly to the Director of MAX IV Laboratory. You will lead the Technical Division, bringing together approximately 120 highly qualified engineers, specialists, and managers from seven departments: Infrastructure Software Electronics Scientific Data Central Project Office Together, these groups provide the technological backbone of MAX IV, enabling reliable operations, continuous improvements and future developments across accelerators, beamlines, and scientific infrastructure. You will lead through seven direct-report managers and be responsible for setting the strategic direction of the division while ensuring operational excellence, effective collaboration, and long‑term capability development. Key Responsibilities Lead and develop the Technical Division and its management team. Contribute actively to the overall strategy and development of MAX IV as a member of the MAX IV Management Team. Ensure that the technical infrastructure, systems, and competencies support both current operations and future scientific ambitions. Drive organizational development and continuous improvement across a complex, multidisciplinary environment. Oversee strategic investments, resource planning, budgets, and prioritization across the division. Strengthen the collaboration between Technical, Accelerator, Science, and Administrative Divisions. Sponsor and support major technical projects, upgrades, and infrastructure initiatives. Foster a culture of innovation, safety, accountability, and technical excellence. Represent MAX IV in national and international collaborations, networks, and partnerships. #J-18808-Ljbffr