The  NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory in the Chilean Andes brings the cosmos to life like never before. During the first 10 years of operation, Rubin Observatory will conduct the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST), creating the widest...

To achieve our ambitious goals and keep SLAC a great place to work, the lab needs a creative, diverse and united workforce – people with a wide variety of experiences and ideas, skills and backgrounds. SLAC people are scientists, engineers...

SLAC develops and deploys some of the world’s most advanced scientific tools for exploring how the universe works at the biggest, smallest and fastest scales. Here we explain how they work and the exciting discoveries they make possible.

To explore the birth of the universe, the formation of stars and galaxies and the fundamental structure of space and time, SLAC researchers develop cutting-edge technologies for sensitive experiments located deep underground, on the surface and in space.

What is SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory? The numbers tell the tale.

Learn about SLAC’s senior leadership, directorates and core teams below. For an overview of our organizational structure, you can download the interactive PDF org chart.

Modern technology creates new opportunities for society: Just think about how artificial intelligence has changed our cars and cell phone apps.

Download a variety of fact sheets to learn more about SLAC, our programs and latest scientific discoveries. 

At SLAC, we strive to solve real-world problems through science and innovation. Be a part of a growing community in STEM. Find out about our educational and internship programs and participate in our lectures and events.