‎ Our Commitment The Laboratory is committed to cultivating an environment that fosters connection, innovation and excellence, ensuring PPPL is a great place to work for all staff. ‎ Core Values Our core values govern how we do our jobs, in service to the nation and humanity. We are driven by four core values: Responsibility, Innovation, Safety and Engagement (RISE). ResponsibilityWe are accountable, respectful, ethical and we strive to be be connected and welcoming. ‎ InnovationWe pursue transformative ideas and leading-edge solutions in science, engineering, technology and operations. ‎ SafetyWe are vigilant about safety through training, education and prevention. ‎ EngagementWe are passionately committed to and focused on scientific, engineering and operational excellence. ‎ Our People Inspired by the vision. United by the mission. Together we are powering possibilities. Scientists, engineers, and operations staff are committed to tackling the world’s toughest science and technology challenges using plasma, the fourth state of matter. Our dedicated employees are our greatest resource. Haley Wetzel Andres Castaneda Michelle Thomas Stephen Langish Rosemary Bethea A Connected Community PPPL staff are part of Princeton University’s employee networks, which work to create a sense of belonging within the University. As part of an employee resource group, staff can engage with their peers, leverage campus resources and professional networks for growth and development, and engage in local community outreach and partnerships. About Us Learn more about our mission and vision. About Us Staff at the Lab celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month with homemade culinary treats and a special performance by the band Guachinangos. (Photo credit: Michael Livingston / PPPL Communications Department) At an Employee Resource Group Jamboree, members of the Lab’s many ERGs mixed, mingled and celebrated pathways for connection. (Photo credit: Michael Livingston / PPPL Communications Department) The Lab’s African American Employee Resource Group hosted storyteller Karen Abdul-Malik, also known as Queen Nur, and Philadelphia-based drummer Dwight James to lead a music-filled event celebrating Juneteenth. (Photo credit: Michael Livingston / PPPL Communications Department) Members of the Lab’s Employee Resource Groups joined together for a special book signing and discussion event featuring the book “The Power of Employee Resource Groups” by Farzana Nayani. (Photo credit: Michael Livingston / PPPL Communications Department) The Asian Cultural Alliance Employee Resource Group (ACA) invited the entire Laboratory community to celebrate Diwali. (Photo credit: Michael Livingston / PPPL Communications Department) 1 / 5 Previous image Next image ︎