SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory: Director s Reflections

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1 SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory: Director s Reflections Persis S. Drell Mission Support Strategy for the Future Mark Reichanadter May 31,

2 SLAC born as a particle physics lab. 2

3 SLAC Particle Physics Focus Moves to Particle Astrophysics Fermi Gamma Ray Space Telescope Launched summer 2008 science Founded Kavli Institute for Particle Astrophysics and Cosmology Next project, LSST, moving forward Fermi Launch 2008 Kavli Building at SLAC Rendering of LSST 3

4 The Reinvention of SLAC SLAC Accelerators for Particle Physics SLAC Accelerators for Photon Science SLAC Accelerators for Accelerator Research

5 Mission of the New SLAC Grow into the premier Photon Science Laboratory Build and operate world leading facilities Perform world leading science at these facilities Maintain our position as the premier accelerator laboratory Pursue strategic programs in particle physics, particle astrophysics and cosmology 5

6 Leadership is Key to Advancing SLAC s Vision LCLS II SLAC P. S. Drell, Director M. Reichanadter, Acting COO Operations Directorate M. Reichanadter, Acting Accelerator Directorate N. Holtkamp LCLS Directorate J. Stohr SSRL Directorate C-C Kao Photon Science Directorate C. Friend Particle Physics and Astrophysics Directorate D. MacFarlane 8/1/12 6

7 The Partnership is Essential to Our Success The Partnership is built on trust 7

8 These Critical Success Factors are Resulting in Good Outcomes for SLAC New Mission Leadership Partnership Good Outcomes 8

9 SLAC is Again Known for Spectacular Science Major improvement to LCLS makes x-rays more laser like First 3-d reconstruction of electron density distribution of mimivirus Factor of 50 BW reduction 9

10 Ladder of Accountability SLAC is Developing a Culture of Accountability SLAC (institutionally) much further up the ladder of accountability We now recognize when we have a problem and work to fix it Culture of being self critical Response when bad things happen Evidence this is being institutionalized

11 SLAC works for the good of the community We are not afraid to partner with other labs for the greater good of the community Gang of Four goes to DC and learns a lot Coherent Message Set Priorities West Coast Light Source Strategy Strategy partnership with LBNL 11

12 Challenges For the Next Director Science delivery Grow performing science Infrastructure modernization and how to pay for it? Program growth Threats to the M&O model 12

13 Challenge: LCLS Science Delivery Full exploitation of LCLS capacity and capability to stay competitive Hutches Undulators Injectors 13

14 Large Synoptic Survey Telescope LSST the flagship project for particle astrophysics in OHEP for the next decade Challenges managing interagency SLAC must help deliver the LSST camera and science for the DOE SLAC can help provide leadership for future OHEP participation in particle astrophysics 14

15 Challenge: Growth in Performing Science New possibilities with data driven materials science Increasingly accurate and fast electronic structure calculations High throughput experimentation Systematic data Large data sets New experimental methods Test 15

16 The Active Site of Methanol Synthesis over Cu/ZnO/Al 2 O 3 Industrial Catalysts Theory Experiments Active site motif: Cu step decorated with Zn, stabilized by bulk defects Behrens, Studt, Kasatkin, Kühl, Hävecker, Abild-Pedersen, Zander, Girgsdies, Kurr, Kniep, Tovar, Fischer, Nørskov, Schlögl, Science DOI: /science

17 Challenge: Infrastructure Modernization and How to Pay for it? Accelerator Infrastructure Laboratory Infrastructure (Power, IT, ERP, New Buildings) 17

18 Challenge: Overall Program Growth Areas of strategic growth Energy Biosciences Fusion Light Source Industrial Applications Accelerator Technology and Applications Detector Instrumentation and Computing Growth board ensures growth (DOE & WFO) aligned with and supports lab mission SLAC Growth Board 18

19 Challenge: Threats to the M&O model DOE IG recommends BRAC NAPA study Small business carve out Break away of NNSA labs White House study of lab governance OMB role and relationship with DOE 19

20 The Future! SLAC has reinvented itself It is a great strength of the National Lab system that we can do this New scientific frontiers are being opened Poised to have our next 50 years be as exciting as the first 50 years were Next Director will have plenty of challenges but also a solid platform to build on And will need the same support and guidance you have given me! 3D Diffraction Pattern from PS-I 20

21 Mission of the New SLAC Grow into the premier photon science laboratory - Build and operate world leading facilities - Perform world leading science at these facilities Maintain our position as the premier accelerator laboratory Pursue strategic programs in particle physics, particle astrophysics and cosmology 2 21

22 Mission Support Guiding Principle Support the Science at SLAC Our job is to remove the barriers to science Fixing problems; not just checking boxes Be focused, fast and flexible Partner with mission 22

23 Three Strategic Objectives in Mission Support Attract, develop, retain Human Capital to enable SLAC mission Deliver mission-ready Facilities and Infrastructure for SLAC Provide modern Business Systems to manage a modern laboratory Human Capital Facilities & Infrastructure Business Systems 23

24 1st Strategic Objective: Human Capital to meet Mission Needs ATTRACT DEVELOP RETAIN Strategic Hiring for the Mission Developing the Next Leaders Development Driving Retention Performing Sciences Mission Support Growth / Program Development Succession planning Leadership programs Management Training LCLS-II Physics SIMES Leadership Strategic Human Resources Programs Create A Mission Ready Workforce 24

25 Human Capital Risk: Lost Momentum in Mission Risk: Loss of key staff and program momentum due to Lab Director and COO retiring, as well as departure of Photon Science ALD Mitigation: SLAC leaders stepping up to maintain momentum Reinforce individuals connection to the mission Greater depth and organizational competency SLAC Remains Focused On Its Mission 25

26 Human Capital Risk: Increase in Injuries Risk: Increase in frequency and severity of injuries Mitigation: Reevaluate all jobs for ergonomics as a hazard Identify at risk work groups, jobs and demographics Increased use of ergonomist to evaluate work environment 26

27 2nd Strategic Objective: Mission-Ready Facilities & Infrastructure 27

28 Infrastructure Risk: Aging Systems & Inadequate Space Risk: Aging infrastructure impact mission readiness. Mitigation: Repair 230kV Switch / protective relays Looking at options for redundant power source. Risk-based, prioritized infrastructure investments Risk: Inadequate lab space limits program growth and attracting key talent. Mitigation: Lab space management review 28

29 3rd Strategic Objective: Delivering Seamless and Integrated Systems Enterprise Resource Planning - Reduced transaction costs - Improved management and financial controls Controlled Documents - Reduced reliance on Tribal Knowledge - Improved work planning and control Management Systems - Effective and efficient delivery of customer services - Integrated services aligned with requirements Customer-Focused Mission Support for Science 29

30 Systems Risk: Execution Risk: Inability to deliver critical projects due to weakness in IT project management and infrastructure. Mitigation: New CIO on board, strengthened IT Project Management Independent project assessment via Office of Planning and Assessment 30

31 Lab-wide Risk: Budget Risk: How do we pay for all this? $103.3M Mission Support Budget Mitigation: Use indirect investments for infrastructure renovations and growth initiatives Identify mission support efficiencies and cost improvements. 31

32 Strategic Partnerships: Driving Greater Efficiencies Leveraging Stanford s capabilities - Strategic Infrastructure Investments PSLB-II, SRCF, Guest House, Athletic Facility - Occupational Medicine - Reciprocal Emergency Support - Conference Management - Cafeteria Other Efficiencies - Menlo Park Fire Station Support - Site Security (Automated Gates) - More opportunities on the horizon Agile Design-Build Vendors 32

33 A Bright Future Lies Ahead Mission support is aligned with SLAC s science mission. - Human capital is ~mission-ready. - Sound strategy and first steps for facilities and infrastructure. - Business and management systems are our next focus. Happy 50 th Anniversary to SLAC!!! - Mission support and mission are partnering to deliver world class science at SLAC. Single Shot Image of Mimivirus from LCLS 33

34 Thank You! 34