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Back to top Accelerator Division

Trevor Butler

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Proton Source
  • Years at Fermilab: 8
  • Phone: x2793
  • E-mail: tbutler@fnal.gov
  • Graduate Institution: Illinois Institute of Technology
  • Graduate Major: Electrical Engineering
About me:

Since I am a recent hire, I can aid newer employees with answers to basic electrical engineering questions. If I don’t know the answer, hopefully guide them to somebody who does.

Paul C. Czarapata

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Headquarters
  • Project: Accelerator Complex
  • Years at Fermilab: 37
  • Phone: x3106
  • E-mail: pcceed@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Illinois Benedictine
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
  • Graduate institution: Illinois Institute of Technology
  • Graduate major: Major: Electronic Engineering
About me:

I am very interested in the education and developmentof Fermilab's next generation of leaders.

Kenneth A. Domann

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Headquarters Staff
  • Project: Project X
  • Years at Fermilab: 11
  • Phone: x6340
  • E-mail: domann@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: North Central College
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Science
About me:

There is a shortage of qualified personnel in the field of Project Controls (scheduling, budgeting, resource management, performance reporting, etc.) I've been in this discipline for more than 35 years, working for both private and government employers. I feel I have a lot of knowledge and experience to share.

David Peterson

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Antiproton Source
  • Years at Fermilab: 25
  • Phone: x3073
  • E-mail: peterson@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Undergraduate Major: Electrical Engineering
  • Graduate institution: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Graduate major: Major: Electrical Engineering
About me:

I have a broad range of experience in a variety of systems related to the Pbar Source as well as assorted other special projects over the years.

Linda Purcell-Taylor

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Instrumentation
  • Years at Fermilab: 5
  • Phone: x8964
  • E-mail: lpurcell@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: DeVry and Kaplan University
  • Undergraduate Major: AS in Electronics 94 BS in IT 2010
About me:

I believe I would be a fit for someone coming into the technical side. I like to help, am very resourceful and am goal oriented. I also enjoy the science side of things a great deal. I currently attend college and work full time. I have been an electronic technician since 1994 working mostly in the prototype and design manufacturing field with seasoned engineers. I served in the military for nine years working on three different types of aircraft and a mom of one grown son serving in the Army and another teenage son in high school. So basically, I have a lot of knowledge in the technical side and in the school of life.

Mike Syphers

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Headquarters
  • Years at Fermilab: 21
  • Phone: x8863
  • E-mail: syphers@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Indiana University
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
  • Graduate institution: University of Illinois at Chicago
  • Graduate major: Major: Physics
About me:

I have more than 20 years of service at Fermilab, as well as nine years at two other national laboratories. I have been on many Fermilab committees and projects, have mentored many students and young scientists at the lab, taught courses at the high school, undergraduate and graduate levels, and led departments and projects. I am also a good listener and a patient individual.

Ray Tomlin

  • Division: Accelerator Divison
  • Department: Proton Source
  • Project: GammeV, Holographic Noise
  • Years at Fermilab: 25
  • Phone: x8078
  • E-mail: tomlin@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
About me:

I have experience with summer students. I work in accelerator design, construction, and tuning with a bit of modeling and physics. I am one of the laboratory’s resident lasers and optics specialists. I make astrophysical measurements and work as a firefighter/paramedic in my spare time. I can and do work at any level from janitor to technician to EE to scientist. I have conceived and driven original research here at Fermilab.

Linda Valerio

  • Division: Accelerator Division
  • Department: Mechanical Support Department
  • Project: Main Injector, Recycler, Electron Cooling, ANU, Project X
  • Years at Fermilab: 12
  • Phone: x3894
  • E-mail: lvalerio@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Marquette University
  • Undergraduate Major: Mechanical Engineering
About me:

I feel fortunate that my career has been guided by unofficial mentoring, and I recognize the importance of having support in order to navigate new responsibilities.

Back to top Accelerator Physics Center

Elmie Peoples-Evans

  • Center: Accelerator Physics Center
  • Department: HINS
  • Project: HINS
  • Years at Fermilab: 5
  • Phone: x4055
  • E-mail: epeoples@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Illinois
  • Undergraduate Major: Electrical Engineering
  • Graduate Institution: Northwestern University
  • Graduate Major: Electrical Engineering

Tanaji Sen

  • Division: Accelerator Physics Center
  • Department: LHC Studies
  • Years at Fermilab: 11
  • Phone: x6428
  • E-mail: tsen@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Delhi University
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
  • Graduate Institution: State University of New York, Stony Brook
  • Graduate Major: Physics
About me:

I like working with people new to accelerator physics and watch their eyes light up as they make their own discoveries. I have worked with summer interns for the past several years and have enjoyed collaborating with them. I believe people at the lab may also be able to benefit from my experience.

Robert Webber

  • Center: Accelerator Physics Center
  • Department: High Intensity Neutrino Source
  • Project: High Intensity Neutrino Source, Project X
  • Years at Fermilab: 37
  • Phone: x5414
  • E-mail: webber@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Iowa State University
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
About me:

I have spent many years at Fermilab in many different positions working for, with and supervising people at all levels in multiple divisions and sections. I particularly have experience in accelerator operations, accelerator RF and systems engineering, and technical management of groups and projects.

Bob Zwaska

  • Center: Accelerator Physics Center
  • Department: HINS
  • Project: NOvA, LBNE, Project X
  • Years at Fermilab: 4
  • Phone: x6842
  • E-mail: zwaska@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Notre Dame
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
  • Graduate Institution: Texas
  • Graduate Major: Physics
About me:

I am a relatively new employee. I have recently gone through the process of starting at the lab and needing to access resources. I am aware of the difficulties of being in that position, and am interested in helping new people become effective more quickly.

Back to top Computing Division

Bakul Banerjee

  • Division: Computing Division
  • Department: Project management, Quality Assurance
  • Project: Lattice QCD Computing Facility
  • Years at Fermilab: 9
  • Phone: x5251
  • E-mail: bakulb@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Indian Institute of Technology
  • Undergraduate Major: Mathematics
  • Graduate Institution: Johns Hopkins University
  • Graduate Major: Geophysics
About me:

Because of my assignments at Fermilab, I have worked with many individuals in many divisions throughout the laboratory. I am familiar with the laboratory’s available resources and inner workings. As a senior member of Institute of Electronic and Electrical Engineers (IEEE), I have experience in leading various outreach activities on behalf of IEEE and my employers, including Argonne National Laboratory. Since I was the only woman and minority in the work place throughout most of my career, I am confident that I will be able to share my positive experiences with women and minorities to help them succeed at Fermilab. I am proud of Fermilab and hope that I will be able to contribute to the long term success of the laboratory in some small ways.

Eileen Berman

Eileen Berman

  • Division: Computing Division
  • Department: CSI and/or GRID
  • Years at Fermilab: 25
  • Phone: x3941
  • E-mail: berman@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Northwestern University
  • Undergraduate Major: Astronomy
  • Graduate Institution: Northwestern University
  • Graduate Major: Astronomy
About me:

I have quite a lot of experience at Fermi working with many different people. i have experience in the surrounding area, additionally, I am friendly and at ease talking with anyone.

Orlando D. Colo'n

  • Division: Computing Division
  • Department: NVS
  • Project: Network Installations
  • Years at Fermilab: 19
  • Phone: x2953
  • E-mail: ocolon@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: One year at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Undergraduate Major: LAS
About me:

I have 32 years of wiring experience in voice, video and data networking and a belief that, if I can, I should pass along any knowledge/skills that are still relevant to anyone seeking a career in Information Technology.

Glenn Cooper

  • Division: Computing Division
  • Department: FEF
  • Project: NOvA, LBNE, Project X
  • Years at Fermilab: 14
  • Phone: x8254
  • E-mail: gcooper@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Rice University
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
  • Graduate Institution: University of Chicago, University of Delaware
  • Graduate Major: Astronomy & Astrophysics
About me:

I do know quite a bit about the place and how the laboratory works, at least in the Computing Division. I spent quite a while teaching before I came here and would enjoy one-to-one "teaching" (and learning), and helping new folks out if I can.

Ryan Rivera

  • Division: Computing Division
  • Department: ESE
  • Years at Fermilab: 3
  • Phone: x3844
  • E-mail: rrivera@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • Undergraduate Major: Computer Engineering
  • Graduate Institution: University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
  • Graduate Major: Electrical Engineering
About me:

I have recently had to assimilate into the Fermi culture as a new hire, and can share my experiences and lessons learned with those who are interested.

Back to top Particle Physics Division

Etta Johnson

Etta Johnson

  • Division: Particle Physics Division
  • Department: NOvA - Support Services
  • Years at Fermilab: 20
  • Phone: x2312
  • E-mail: johnsone@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Waubonsee Community College
  • Undergraduate Major: Management
About me:

During my 20 years of service at the Lab, I have worked in the Accelerator, Computing, and Particle Physics Divisions. I have had the opportunity to work for and with some of the most interesting people. It is in my nature to help others and I take pride in providing the services that are required of me.

Babatunde O'Sheg Oshinowo

  • Division: Particle Physics Division
  • Department: Technical Centers
  • Years at Fermilab: 16
  • Phone: x6301
  • E-mail: oshinowo@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of East London, UK
  • Undergraduate Major: Land Surveying Sciences
  • Graduate Institution: Queen’s College, University of Oxford, UK; The Ohio State University; University of Washington
  • Graduate Major: Geodesy, Geodetic Science, Surveying Engineering
About me:

I am very interested in the education and development of Fermilab's students, visitors and employees. I will talk to any anybody who is willing to listen and learn. I taught Geodetic Science as an Adjunct Faculty at the Illinois Institute of Technology, Chicago, Illinois. Over the years, I have indirectly mentored students, summer interns, visitors and Lab employees as the coordinator of soccer at Fermilab.

Elaine Phillips

Elaine Phillips

  • Division: Particle Physics Division
  • Department: Support Services Department
  • Years at Fermilab: 20
  • Phone: x5160
  • E-mail: ephillips@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa
  • Undergraduate Major: Spanish and French
  • Graduate Institution: Ohio State University, Columbus
  • Graduate Major: Policy Design and Management
About me:

I have knowledge of how things work at Fermilab, its policies and procedures. I came to the Lab in 1990 as an on-call and "climbed the corporate ladder" to my present job. Although I had advanced degrees they were not in science or engineering so I had to start from the bottom which meant I learned a lot. I believe in empowering people to become the best they can be, try to motivate and encourage those who work with me and for me to improve their circumstances and pursue higher education and a better life for themselves, etc. We have such a fascinating and interesting place to work in this international environment and I find that very satisfying from a diversity point of view.

Robert Roser

  • Division: Particle Physics Division
  • Department: CDF
  • Years at Fermilab: 12
  • Phone: x5006
  • E-mail: roser@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Connecticut
  • Undergraduate Major: Physics
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Rochester
  • Undergraduate Major: Particle Physics
About me:

I’d like to participate in this program as a way to give back and say thank you to all those that have and continue to mentor me throughout my career. Also, an important part of my job is to make sure that both the experiment and the individuals working on it are successful.

Back to top Technical Division

John Sachtschale

  • Division: Technical Divison
  • Department: Design and Drafting
  • Project: LARP/High Field Magnet
  • Years at Fermilab: 20
  • Phone: x2822
  • E-mail: satchel@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: Northern Illinois University
  • Undergraduate Major: Engineering Design and Drafting
About me:

I worked at Fermilab for more than 20 years on various large projects such as the SSC, LHC, LARP and High Field Magnets providing solid models with I-DEAS CAD software to generate technical design and drafting for tooling and product needs. I worked with various engineers, scientists and technicians to accomplish design goals. I accomplished areas of excellence in my academia with awards ranging from technical drawing competition at Illinois Institute of Technology, outstanding drum major, marching band State Grand Champions at the University of Illinois, as well as member of Epsilon Pi Tau honor fraternity and teachers assistant in the plastics technology laboratory at Northern Illinois University.

Mayling Wong

  • Division: Technical Division
  • Department: SRF Development
  • Project: SRF cavity processing, safety analysis
  • Years at Fermilab: 12
  • Phone: x2532
  • E-mail: mlwong@fnal.gov
  • Undergraduate Institution: University of Illinois
  • Undergraduate Major: General Engineering
  • Graduate Institution: Case Western Reserve University
  • Graduate Major: Mechanical Engineering
About me:

As a female and a minority engineer, I can share my experience, especially with a newly graduated engineer.

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