Brookhaven National Laboratory

Highly Engaged Employees

Brookhaven National Laboratory, founded in 1947, serves as a premier multidisciplinary research institution primarily supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Science. The laboratory focuses on delivering discovery science and transformative technology to secure the nation’s future. With over 70 years of pioneering research, the facility has achieved seven Nobel Prize-winning discoveries and secured 37 R&D 100 Awards. Its research portfolio spans complex scientific domains, positioning it as a critical asset in the national laboratory system.

Operating with 1,000-5,000 employees across 8 locations, the laboratory maintains a robust operational footprint dedicated to large-scale scientific inquiry. Meet Brookhaven National Laboratory's team to understand the organizational structure and the diverse expertise driving these technical advancements. The laboratory’s infrastructure supports high-level collaborative research, leveraging specialized facilities to address global challenges in energy, environment, and national security. Its workforce includes a significant concentration of scientists and engineers focused on high-impact innovation.

In the competitive landscape of national research institutions, Brookhaven National Laboratory competes with entities like Argonne National Laboratory and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. With annual revenue of $919.6M, the organization maintains a strong market presence within the education and research sectors, consistently contributing to advancements in physics, materials science, and biotechnology. By fostering deep technical collaboration and maintaining rigorous scientific standards, the laboratory continues to influence the trajectory of modern discovery science. Its strategic alignment with DOE objectives ensures sustained relevance in the global scientific community.