Q: What is the status of the ALS? A: The Advanced Light Source (ALS) has been approved to carry out essential research with users that may help in developing therapeutics to combat COVID-19. The ALS will operate a limited number of beamlines to accommodate several academic and industry user groups pursuing structural biology work on non-infectious protein components of the coronavirus that causes … [Read more...]
First Confirmed COVID-19 Case at Berkeley Lab
Good afternoon. We wanted to let you know we have our first confirmed case of COVID-19 infection. This afternoon we heard from an individual who works at the Lab that they have tested positive for COVID-19. The Lab has been preparing for this circumstance for several weeks. First and most important, the individual is self-isolating, resting at home, and doing well. We are working closely with … [Read more...]
Guidance on the use of Administrative Leave
Dear Colleagues, Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to address the unprecedented challenges all of us are facing in our personal and professional lives due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I am pleased to announce that we have revised guidance on the use of paid Administrative Leave. The guidance, provided here, outlines the scenarios under which paid Administrative Leave and … [Read more...]
Trending COVID-19 Topics: March 24
Q: What is the Lab’s procedure for investigating potential cases? A: If someone reports their symptoms to Health Services, the Lab has long-standing procedures for anyone who comes in to see us with a potentially infectious disease (we prefer for people to call before coming in). Health Services staff are trained to handle these situations and have the proper equipment. If the symptoms … [Read more...]
FAQS: HR (updated March 24 at 1:00 p.m.)
Information in these FAQs is subject to change and update as new University, DOE, and regulatory guidelines are issued. Leave and Charging Time Q: I hear Administrative Leave is an option. When does that apply and who is eligible? A: The Lab’s policy for Administrative Leave for Emergencies provides paid leave to employees who are prevented from working due to a public emergency (as is … [Read more...]