Eric Evans will be stepping down as the director of MIT Lincoln Laboratory in July 2024, after a successful 18-year tenure. As leader of the laboratory, Evans has overseen a period of significant growth and transformation focused on national security needs.
Evans will be moving into new roles at Lincoln Laboratory and MIT, where he will continue to support collaborative research and development. During his time as director, Evans led the laboratory to establish new research and development mission areas and programs to address emerging challenges in cybersecurity, homeland protection, biotechnology, and more.
One of Evans’ key achievements has been strengthening ties with the MIT research community and increasing diversity and inclusion efforts. Additionally, Evans has worked to expand the laboratory’s outreach programs to promote student interest in STEM fields.
Moving forward, MIT will be appointing a search committee to advise on the selection of Lincoln Laboratory’s next director. Evans has left a significant impact on the laboratory and will continue to contribute to its success in his new roles.