SLAC’s leaders have a wealth of experience in managing large scientific projects and organizations, both inside and outside the DOE complex. They determine our path forward, round up funding support and keep the lab running smoothly and safely so we can carry out and expand our scientific mission.
Stephen K. Streiffer was appointed interim director of SLAC in February 2023 after eight months as Stanford vice president for SLAC and 24 years at Argonne National Laboratory. As Stanford vice president for SLAC, his role was to ensure that...

Executive team
Deputy lab directors
As deputy director for operations, John Connolly is responsible for ensuring the effective integration and performance of operations functions that support the lab’s growing...

As deputy director for projects and infrastructure, Vitaly oversees the Facilities & Operations division and the Project Management Office, and is responsible for scientific...
