Laboratory Data Processing Technician

Battelle • Columbus, OH

4d • $43,900 - $59,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle’s Advanced Microsystems Solutions team is seeking a Laboratory Data Processing Technician to support laboratory and microscopy workflows by processing, organizing, and preparing data generated by advanced characterization tools. The technician will be part of a multidisciplinary team of engineers and scientists working on embedded security solutions for microelectronic systems.

The role works closely with microscopists, engineers, and scientists to process and manage microscopy and materials characterization data using custom software tools and workflows. The technician should be detail-oriented, highly organized, and able to operate specialized software independently after training, as well as provide requirements and feedback for software improvements. The position is based at Battelle’s offices in Columbus, Ohio, with a hybrid arrangement described as 60% in-office and 40% remote, dependent on team and position needs.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering, Physics, Materials Science, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience with scientific or engineering data.
• Comfort working with computer-based tools and structured digital workflows.
• Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn new tools and processes.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow documented procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new software tools and operate them reliably and independently.
• Knowledge or general familiarity with electronics technology.
• Basic understanding of data organization, file management, and version control concepts.
• Must be a US citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a US government security clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with custom research-focused software tools used in technical or laboratory environments.
• Programming or scripting experience (academic or practical) in Python, C, C++, or Java.
• Comfort with a Linux operating system environment.
• Knowledge of electronics technology, including logic functions, Boolean algebra, and transistor structures.
• Exposure to scientific, imaging, or engineering data, such as scanning electron microscope data or GDSII design.
• Familiarity with semiconductor fabrication processes and structures.
• Strong organizational skills and comfort working with multiple datasets or task queues.
• Interest in supporting scientific research or laboratory operations.
• Active US government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Process and organize data generated by microscopy and materials characterization tools, following established workflows and procedures.
• Operate custom and internal software tools to analyze and prepare data for downstream use by engineers and scientists.
• Verify data completeness, consistency, and quality before handoff or archival.
• Document processing steps, software usage, and data outputs in accordance with laboratory standards and record-keeping policy.
• Protect data responsibly and adhere to standard policies and procedures.
• Maintain orderly data storage, file structures, and metadata using internal systems.
• Collaborate with microscopists and technical staff to clarify data requirements, resolve processing issues, or escalate them appropriately.
• Support continuous improvement by providing feedback on software usability, efficiency, and clarity.
• Complete tasking independently once trained while adhering to defined scopes and timelines.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible compressed work schedule, with most of the team having every other Friday off.
• Hybrid work flexibility, with 60% in-office and 40% remote work, dependent on team and position needs.
• Paid time off.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits, plus optional supplemental benefits.
• Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan; for most employees, Battelle contributes 5% whether or not they contribute and matches employee contributions.
• Tuition assistance for higher education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree