Fundamental. Necessary. Extraordinary.
At Brookhaven National Laboratory, you can help accelerate pathways to scientific discovery and technological innovations that transform the world.
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Scientists, engineers, postdocs, technicians, operational staff, and professionals in many fields work together at Brookhaven Lab. We're exploring building blocks of the universe. We're leading in discovery with light-enabled science, and developing next-generation information science and capabilities, including AI and quantum computing. We're also advancing energy security and essential resources independence. If you have skills, expertise, and the desire to take an exciting step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Who we hire
We're looking for people with various experiences and perspectives to help expand the boundaries of what's possible.
Scientists
Expand the frontiers of discovery with physicists, chemists, computational scientists, biologists, and other researchers.
Postdocs
Join leaders in your field, access world-leading tools and capabilities, and expand your network.
Engineers
Work side by side with scientists in a collaborative environment to solve unique challenges.
Technicians
Apply what you know, learn new skills, and grow while supporting machines for discovery.
Operations staff
World-class science requires professionals in business, facility operations, trades, and many other fields.
Interns
Get hands-on experience with mentors who are experts in their fields for discoveries that make a difference. Explore opportunities.
Fellowships for early career researchers
The Raymond Davis Jr. Fellowship aims to cultivate future scientific leaders at Brookhaven. Fellows receive a competitive salary, benefits, and stipend for research support, including funding for a postdoc.
Goldhaber Distinguished Fellowships are awarded to candidates with a strong interest in independent research at the frontiers of their fields.
Employee benefits
Benefits are an important part of your employment package. In addition to competitive salaries and wages, Brookhaven offers:
Vacation & sick time
Start accruing vacation and sick time during your first full month of employment.
Medical, dental & vision
With several medical, dental, and vision care plans, choose the options that work best for you and get coverage that starts your first day of employment.
Retirement savings plans
Eligible staff receive employer contributions to prepare for retirement — up to 9% of annual base salary. You can also enroll in a 401(k) with pretax and after-tax contributions.
Family benefits
You can receive paid time off for parental leave, caring for a family member with a serious health condition, and assisting a family member called to active military service. Brookhaven has a child care center on site, too.
Professional development
Brookhaven offers tuition assistance, career development resources, mentoring, and more. Our network is vast and we can help you grow yours.
There's more to life than work
On the Brookhaven campus, you can meet other members of the Lab community while working out at the swimming pool, gym, weight room, ball fields, and courts for volleyball, tennis, and pickleball.
You can run and bike along miles of road and trail on site. Or join the Brookhaven Employees' Recreation Association (BERA) for trips to explore New York City, baseball games, and other destinations. You can also join one of the many BERA clubs.
Other resources available to Brookhaven staff include an employee assistance program as well as an on-site credit union and cafeteria.
Experience Long Island
In just a short drive, you can get from Brookhaven Lab to Long Island's beaches, vineyards, lively downtowns, nature preserves, and award-winning schools. And everywhere else is within reach. New York City is within 60 miles of our gateway. A new train station, under construction, will improve access to Brookhaven Lab from regional train lines and four major airports.
Discover Long IslandAn Equal Opportunity Employer
Brookhaven National Laboratory (BNL) is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to ensuring that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a veteran, disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
BNL takes affirmative action in support of its policy and to advance in employment individuals who are protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email careers@bnl.gov or call (631) 344-7837.
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