Van Romero is a Professor of Physics with research interests spanning astrophysics, nuclear physics, and energy-related research. Prior to joining New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology (New Mexico Tech), he held research and scientific appointments at Los Alamos National Laboratory, Knolls Atomic Power Laboratory, the Superconducting Super Collider, and Sandia National Laboratories. He currently serves as Principal Investigator for the Magdalena Ridge Observatory Interferometer, an international facility focused on high-resolution optical and infrared astronomy.
