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Why do people choose Brookhaven as an employer? Most say that it’s the casual work environment in an academic setting. Many note the sports leagues and on-site recreational facilities like the pool and gym. Some point out the advantages of on-site childcare. Employment at Brookhaven Lab comes with many quality-of-life benefits.

Meet four 'sporty scientists'


Why did they choose Brookhaven?

Nicole Jenkins

Nicole Jenkins joined the BNL Police Group in October 2007. Asked why she decided to take a job at Brookhaven Lab, Jenkins said she had heard from friends and relatives who work at the Lab that BNL is one of the best employers on Long Island with a top-notch police force.

"I knew I had something to offer the Lab's police force - my enthusiasm and my sense of responsibility," she said. Jenkins, who said she has worked hard to excel at her training, is impressed by the Lab's training requirements, which she feels will help her to become one of those top-notch officers.

"I have already learned so much, and I already love this job," she said.

Marcelo Ferreira

Marcelo Ferreira, originally from Brazil, came to Brookhaven in 2007 to work on the vacuum system of the National Synchrotron Light Source II.

Ferreira already feels part of the Brookhaven community. Even before he took the job here, he jumped into the Lab's 60th anniversary photo. "Here for three days on an interview, I was in the Cavendish dorm for lunch when I saw everyone gathering on the lawn. I just walked across the street and joined some of the people on the project. It was fun!"

One big change for Ferreira is the winter cold. A recent cold spell, embellished with lots of the white stuff, drew the Ferreira family out of their on-site apartment to build a snowman. "I lost my summer in Brazil," said Ferreira, referring to opposite seasons below the Equator. But he's looking forward to summer on Long Island, with visits to the East End wineries and sailing.

Jorge Romero

Jorge Romero was born and raised on Long Island. He had read about the Lab in local newspapers thought it would be a great place for him to begin a long-term career.

"I was really happy when I was called for an interview. I was amazed to find that the Lab seemed like a little town. When I arrived at building 400, I was pleasantly surprised to see a brand new, high-tech building. During the interview I already knew that I wanted to work here and I was extremely happy when I was offered the job."

Romero said that in the past few months, he has met many fellow employees and sees the Lab as a friendly, not-so-corporate atmosphere that fits his personality and career goals.

"It's a fantastic place to work and I am thoroughly enjoying being part of an institution that has made a difference in our world."
 


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