Timothy Gawne
About Timothy Gawne
Timothy Gawne is a S&T Research and Policy Analyst at the Office of Research Excellence, currently working at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has a background in Ministry and Information Science, and has extensive experience in data analysis and knowledge solutions across various domains, including national security.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Timothy Gawne serves as a Science and Technology Research and Policy Analyst in the Office of Research Excellence at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2016, contributing to various analyses that inform senior leadership and other stakeholders. His work involves conducting competitive and collaborative analyses to support decision-making processes within the organization.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Prior to his current role, Timothy Gawne held multiple positions at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He worked as an Honors and Awards Coordinator from 2010 to 2012 and as an S&T Publication Policy and System Administrator from 2011 to 2015. Additionally, he served as an Information Management Specialist in the ORNL Research Library from 2006 to 2010. His diverse roles have equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the laboratory's operations.
Education and Expertise
Timothy Gawne earned a Bachelor of Science in Ministry from Johnson University, where he studied from 1999 to 2002. He later obtained a Master of Science in Information Science from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, completing his studies from 2004 to 2006. His educational background supports his expertise in distilling complex information into actionable insights and reports.
Analytical Skills and Contributions
In his current role, Timothy Gawne utilizes a range of qualitative and quantitative sources for open source intelligence. He has experience with various analytical models, including custom and traditional approaches. His work has focused on providing data analysis and knowledge solutions in critical areas such as nuclear nonproliferation, terrorism-counter terrorism, and national security.
Early Career at Knox County Public Library
Before joining Oak Ridge National Laboratory, Timothy Gawne worked at the Knox County Public Library as a Branch Assistant II from 2003 to 2006. This role provided him with foundational experience in information management and customer service, which has been beneficial in his subsequent positions.