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Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency.

We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Summary

As a **Biologist II** , you will be joining a dynamic team performing applied laboratory research across a diverse range of biological disciplines and advancing computational biology through artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) tools supporting national security, environment and infrastructure, and health challenges. The successful candidate will leverage their experience and expertise to develop and refine AI/ML tools to enhance analytical methods, create digital twin frameworks and virtual test beds, and support programs that will advance, inform, and validate operational tests, risk assessments, and threat assessments. Operating in a collaborative environment, you will provide invaluable support to computational, laboratory, and literature-based studies and help to mentor and train other staff. Additionally, you will actively identify and capitalize on opportunities to lead projects that enhance capabilities and foster the development of novel technical approaches. This position offers an exhilarating opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic, multidisciplinary team committed to advancing scientific knowledge and solving our customer’s toughest challenges.

This full-time position will be located in Columbus, Ohio.

Responsibilities

+ Apply experience of biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and/or microbiology to design and execute laboratory-based experiments.

+ Apply experience with AI/ML to develop, or assist with development of, AI/ML algorithms and AI frontier models.

+ Work independently to meet study objectives and deliverables with guidance from senior scientists.

+ Independently troubleshoot programs and experiments using experience and scientific literature.

+ Mentor lab personnel.

+ Analyze and interpret data and prepare technical reports, manuscripts, and presentations.

+ Follow established safety guidelines to safely work with hazardous/infectious (RG2) materials.

Some domestic travel is possible but not anticipated.

Key Qualifications

+ PhD or MS and >2 years or BS and >5 years of experience in a relevant biological discipline.

+ Familiarity with AI/ML programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Java, Julia, C++, etc.)

+ Familiarity with using biology-specific large language models in biological research topics. Examples include, but are not limited to, BioGPT, BioMedLM, and GeneGPT.

+ Expertise designing and executing experiments rooted in a biological discipline.

+ Proficiency with applicable open source software tools.

+ Proven ability to conduct experiments according to standard operating procedures.

+ Good oral and written communication skills.

+ The ability to work in a team environment and train less experienced staff.

+ U.S. citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as a condition of employment.

+ Sufficiently medically fit to work in the laboratory to perform assigned duties including the ability to wear personal protection equipment (PPE), lift up to 50 pounds, and work in the proximity of hazardous/infectious materials.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Demonstrated experience incorporating an AI/ML tool into a computational workflow. Examples include, but are not limited to, developing or utilizing a ML classification model, fine-tuning a BERT model, or implementing a large language model into a tool.

+ Experience working within laboratory quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001, ISO17025, GLP).

Benefits: Live an Extraordinary Life

We care about your well-being, not just on the job. Battelle offers comprehensive and competitive benefits to help you live your best life.

+ **Balance life through a compressed work schedule** : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.

+ **Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement:** You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs.

+ **Take time to recharge** : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.

+ **Prioritize wellness** : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.

+ **Better together** : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.

+ **Build your financial future** : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.

+ **Advance your education** : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

A Work Environment Where You Succeed

For brilliant minds in science, technology, engineering and business operations, Battelle is the place to do the greatest good by solving humanity’s most pressing challenges and creating a safer, healthier and more secure world.

You will have the opportunity to thrive in a culture that inspires you to:

+ Apply your talent to challenging and meaningful projects

+ Receive select funding to pursue ideas in scientific and technological discovery

+ Partner with world-class experts in a collaborative environment

+ Nurture and develop the next generation of scientific leaders

+ Give back to and improve our communities

Vaccinations & Safety Protocols

_Battelle may require employees, based on job duties, work location, and/or its clients’ requirements to follow certain safety protocols and to be vaccinated against a variety of viruses, bacteria, and diseases as a condition of employment and continued employment and to provide documentation that they are fully vaccinated. If applicable, Battelle will provide reasonable accommodations based on a qualified disability or medical condition through the Americans with Disabilities Act or the Rehabilitation Act or for a sincerely held religious belief under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (and related state laws)._

_Battelle is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment and opportunities for advancement, compensation, training, and growth according to individual merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, genetic information, disability, veteran-status veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable Federal, state, or local law. Our goal is for each staff member to have the opportunity to grow to the limits of their abilities and to achieve personal and organizational objectives. We will support positive programs for equal treatment of all staff and full utilization of all qualified employees at all levels within Battelle._

The above statements are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, activities and skills required of staff members. **No statement herein is intended to imply any authorities to commit Battelle unless special written permission is granted by Battelle's Legal Department.**

For more information about our other openings, please visit www.battelle.org/careers