Susan Hubbard
About Susan Hubbard
Susan Hubbard serves as the Deputy Laboratory Director for Science & Technology at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where she focuses on research initiatives related to energy and environmental sciences. She has held various leadership roles at Berkeley Lab and has a strong commitment to equity and inclusion in STEM fields.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Susan Hubbard serves as the Deputy Laboratory Director for Science & Technology at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) since 2022. In this role, she oversees various research and development initiatives, including isotope research and development, fission and fusion energy, and neutron sciences. Her position involves guiding strategic collaborations and enhancing the laboratory's research capabilities.
Previous Experience at Berkeley Lab
Prior to her current role, Hubbard held multiple positions at Berkeley Lab. She served as the Associate Laboratory Director from 2015 to 2022 and as the Earth Sciences Division Director from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, she worked as a Research Scientist at Berkeley Lab for 14 years, from 1999 to 2013. Her extensive experience at Berkeley Lab contributed to her expertise in geophysical approaches to environmental research.
Educational Background
Hubbard has a strong academic foundation in geosciences. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences from the University of California, Santa Barbara. She then pursued a Master of Science in Geophysics at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University from 1987 to 1990. Later, she completed her PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley from 1993 to 1998.
Research Focus and Contributions
Hubbard's research focuses on quantifying terrestrial environments, with an emphasis on geophysical approaches related to water resources, carbon cycling, and subsurface energy systems. She is committed to fostering equity and inclusion in STEM fields and is dedicated to the development of early-career scientists, reflecting her commitment to advancing the scientific community.
Professional Affiliations and Recognition
Hubbard is a member of the National Academy of Engineering and has been recognized as a Fellow of the American Geophysical Union, the American Academy of Arts & Sciences, and the Geological Society of America. These affiliations highlight her contributions to the field of geosciences and her leadership within the scientific community.