For new staff members joining a research division, it’s crucial to familiarize yourself with additional activities and resources specific to your role. The following information is essential for every Berkeley Lab staff member working in a research area, with your supervisor providing specific requirements based on your position and division. This guidance applies to all roles within a research division, including scientific, engineering, technical, program management, and administrative support roles. It’s also valuable for HR or Finance professionals assigned to support a research division.
Research Division Resources
Onboarding Resources
Review the Onboarding Resources page and the key sections for those that work in a research area are: Health & Safety and Research Support
Career Pathways Office (CPO)
The Career Pathways Office (CPO) provides development programs and events for Postdoctoral Scholars and Scientist & Engineers (S&Es)
Publications management
Familiarize yourself with Berkeley Lab’s Publications management policies and requirements
Postdoctoral Scholars
Postdoctoral Scholars: There is a postdoctoral orientation and additional development resources for new postdoctoral staff
Export Control
Familiarize yourself with Export Control regulations
Laboratory Directed Research & Development Program
Researchers are provided with a unique opportunity for internal research funding through the Laboratory Directed Research & Development Program. Familiarize yourself with this program and its requirements.
Research Integrity, Compliance & Conflict of Interest
For information and requirements on Outside Professional Activity familiar yourself with the Research Integrity, Compliance & Conflict of Interest.