Data Scientist II

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.

As a Data Scientist II, you will be joining a dynamic team performing cutting edge research across multiple disciplines. Operating in a collaborative environment, you will provide invaluable support to a large government contract. 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 is contingent upon contract award and will be located in San Antonio, TX.

• Design and implement data acquisition systems for test environments, enabling real‑time collection, processing, and analysis of technical and operational data from bioanalytics, microbiology, materials and chemistry, human factors, systems engineering, and data science activities.
• Develop and maintain robust data pipelines that support the ingestion, transformation, and storage of test data from diverse instrumentation sources, ensuring high data integrity and traceability throughout the test lifecycle.
• Collaborate with systems engineers and test specialists to define data requirements, integrate instrumentation outputs, and optimize data flows for real‑time monitoring and post‑test analysis.
• Implement real‑time data processing solutions to support rapid assessment of system performance, technical maturity, and operational readiness during test events.
• Support the creation of technical analysis reports and comparative matrices by integrating real‑time and post‑test data from instrumentation, modelling and simulation outputs.
• Prepare and deliver comprehensive data packages, analysis summaries, and supporting documentation for technical reviews, risk assessments, and operational recommendations.
• Assist in preparing technical data tables, figures, and interpretations for reports and presentations, peer‑reviewed publications, and client meetings.
• Interact professionally with internal and external clients, leadership and team members.
• Some domestic travel is possible but not anticipated.

• Education reflecting one of the following:
• Master’s degree with 5+ years of experience, or Ph.D. with 0‑2 years of experience in physics, physics engineering, mathematics, biology, chemistry, statistics or engineering with a minor, certificate or emphasis in computer science, data science, bioinformatics and relevant work experience requiring computer programming.
• Demonstrated proficiencies in computer programming and statistical analysis (e.g., Python, R, SPSS).
• At least one year of experience with task leadership and proven ability to meet project deadlines on schedule and in budget.
• Ability to learn and understand new programming languages and mathematical concepts.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated and able to work in a fast‑paced environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Sole U.S. citizenship, with the ability to obtain and maintain required government security clearances as a condition of employment.

• 3 to 8 years of experience in modelling & simulation, statistical analysis, quantitative risk assessment, data science or a related field.
• Knowledge of advanced statistics and/or probability.
• Experience in modelling & simulation on a government programme.

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…