Chemist

Chemist Position

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.

Battelle is seeking a Chemist to work full time in the Clinical Chemistry Branch (CCB) within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Division of Laboratory Sciences (DLS). As part of the DLS mission, the CCB develops and improves methods for assessing disease status associated with and the risk for selected chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and hormonal disorders.

The Branch serves as a reference laboratory for these measurements by providing standards that are used as accuracy points by other laboratories around the world. Selected staff members are needed to fill program requirements to assist with methods to improve diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. The selected applicant will have to obtain and maintain a CDC security clearance and will work on-site at the CDC Chamblee Campus in Atlanta, Georgia.

• Perform laboratory activities such as, sample preparation using automation equipment, analysis of samples by mass spectrometry, data processing and analysis
• Operate and maintain analytical equipment such as MS systems, clinical analyzers and HPLC used for method development and routine testing.
• Assist in the analysis, collection, organization and evaluation of laboratory standardization samples and data.
• Present results, review and summarize relevant literature, and perform statistical data analysis. The candidate needs to perform these tasks in compliance with CDC, and other policies and regulations such as CLIA or ISO, which requires record keeping activities and administrative tasks.
• Apply DLS statistical quality control rules to each analytical run using established procedures for quality control data.
• Keep logs and manage data of maintenance and calibration checks for various types of analytical equipment.
• Maintain records and numbers for samples logged and completes analysis of study samples in a timely manner.
• Prepare and characterize quality control materials, reagents and analytical standards.
• Perform analytical method verification and optimization, data processing, and reporting in the format required by CCB and DLS.
• Attend team meetings as required.
• Adhere to the universal precautions with regard to the handling of biological samples and biological waste.
• Adhere to CDC/NCEH/DLS and CLIA 88 guidelines with regard to laboratory protocols and quality control.
• Adhere to the CDC/NCEH/DLS policy of treating all data as confidential.
• Adhere to the CDC/NCEH/DLS and Battelle policy of laboratory safety and security

• BS in Chemistry or Biochemistry or related scientific field.
• Technical knowledge and experience with analytical procedures and instrumentation such as chromatography, mass spectrometry, and automation.
• High level of skill using Microsoft Office products such as Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.
• Good problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to further develop existing planning and management skills as needed.
• Good teamwork with internal and external collaborators.

Salary Range & Compensation

• Battelle is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this role is $54,500 to $77,600 per year, in addition to our comprehensive benefits package. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to education, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. Salary ranges may vary based on geographic location and market conditions.

Benefits:
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